For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,056 students in Norfolk, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Norfolk, MA is Freeman-kennedy School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Norfolk, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Norfolk have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Norfolk, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freeman-kennedy School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
70 Boardman Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 528-1266
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 528-1266
Gr: 3-6 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
232 Main Street
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-5475
Norfolk, MA 02056
(508) 541-5475
Gr: PK-2 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Norfolk, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Norfolk, MA include Freeman-kennedy School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Norfolk?
2 public elementary schools are located in Norfolk.
What is the racial composition of students in Norfolk?
Norfolk public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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