Topsfield School District
School District · Boxford, Massachusetts
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
2
1 elem, 1 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,215
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
2
1 elem, 1 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,215
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Evaluating Topsfield?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Topsfield as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Steward Elementary
Topsfield · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Proctor Elementary
Topsfield · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Massachusetts rank
#27 of 236
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.8
above Massachusetts avg
Per-pupil spending
$21,215
$156 vs Massachusetts median
District size
611 students
Smaller than Massachusetts median
Top-Rated Schools in Topsfield
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steward Elementary | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Proctor Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
See all 2 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Topsfield
Topsfield is a Boxford, Massachusetts school district serving 2 schools. The district educates 611 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.3:1. The district invests $21,215 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.1/10, Topsfield is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Steward Elementary, which has a composite score of 8.8/10.
In standardized testing, Topsfield students show an average math proficiency of 60.1% and ELA proficiency of 65.9%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school .
District Map
Schools in Topsfield, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Topsfield with test data.
Schools in Topsfield
2 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Massachusetts
- City
- Boxford
- Total Enrollment
- 611
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Topsfield?
Topsfield has 2 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Topsfield?
The average composite rating for Topsfield is 8.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Topsfield?
Topsfield spends $21,215 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Topsfield?
The average student-teacher ratio in Topsfield is 11.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Topsfield?
Steward Elementary is the highest-rated school in Topsfield with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What are the test scores in Topsfield?
Across schools in Topsfield with test data, the average math proficiency is 60.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 65.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 60.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 65.9%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in MA
Compare Topsfield with neighboring districts in the state.
- Boston (109)
- Springfield (66)
- Worcester (45)
- Lowell (27)
- Lynn (27)
- Lawrence (26)
- Brockton (24)
- New Bedford (24)
- Newton (22)
- Quincy (19)
- Fall River (18)
- Cambridge (17)
- Haverhill (16)
- Chicopee (15)
- Framingham (14)
- Pittsfield (14)
- Brookline (13)
- Leominster (13)
- Plymouth (13)
- Taunton (13)
- Wachusett (13)
- Attleboro (12)
- Westfield (12)
- Arlington (11)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.