Overview

Balch Elementary School is a public school in Norwood, MA. It is one of 6 elementary schools in Norwood School District.

School Rating

Balch Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Massachusetts with the same grade levels.
4/10
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ACADEMICS

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About the School

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Neighborhood

1170 Washington Street
Norwood, MA 02062
School leader: Ms Diane Ferreira
(781) 762-0694
(781) 255-5610
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