For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,928 students in 02481, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02481, MA are Schofield, Wellesley Middle School and Joseph E Fiske. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02481 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02481, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02481, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schofield
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
27 Cedar Street
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6280
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6280
Gr: K-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Wellesley Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
50 Kingsbury Street
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6235
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6235
Gr: 6-8 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Joseph E Fiske
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
45 Hastings Street
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6265
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6265
Gr: K-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Katharine Lee Bates
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
116 Elmwood Rd
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6260
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6260
Gr: K-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Ernest F Upham
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35 Wynnewood Rd
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6285
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(781) 446-6285
Gr: K-5 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02481, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02481, MA include Schofield, Wellesley Middle School and Joseph E Fiske.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02481?
5 public elementary schools are located in 02481.
What is the racial composition of students in 02481?
02481 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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