3,795
Preschools
2,354
Elementary Schools
1,189
Middle Schools
804
High Schools
1,828
Public District Schools
3,643
Private Schools
5,557
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Massachusetts based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Massachusetts at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Massachusetts offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Massachusetts
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Boston Public Schools
46,367 students | BOSTON, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 118 schools -
Worcester School District
24,707 students | WORCESTER, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 45 schools -
Springfield School District
23,873 students | SPRINGFIELD, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 68 schools -
Lynn School District
15,556 students | LYNN, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 27 schools -
Brockton School District
14,999 students | BROCKTON, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 26 schools
Reviews From Schools in Massachusetts
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Parent / Guardian
June 13, 2025
We really wanted to like this school, but the longer we stayed, the more we saw that we didn't like.
The toddler room is overcrowded. The toddlers look wearhoused in a classroom with practically... More
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The Montessori School of the Berkshires
Parent / Guardian
June 13, 2025
I think its a good school but it has some bad things like the bullying issue cause they don't really do stuff about and if your special need and they bully get away with it someone they take the... More
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Marsh Grammar School
Current student
June 13, 2025
WORST PRINCIPLE AND VICE PRINCIPLE EVER they dont losten and they take claims of bullying unseriously
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James S Daley Middle School