3,754
Preschools
2,360
Elementary Schools
1,172
Middle Schools
787
High Schools
1,810
Public District Schools
3,659
Private Schools
5,555
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 GreatSchools 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 School District
48,112 students | BOSTON, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 117 schools -
Springfield School District
24,239 students | SPRINGFIELD, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 64 schools -
Worcester School District
23,986 students | WORCESTER, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 45 schools -
Lynn School District
15,587 students | LYNN, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 26 schools -
Brockton School District
15,384 students | BROCKTON, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 24 schools
Reviews From Schools in Massachusetts
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Parent / Guardian
April 24, 2024
This is the school where fights break out daily and staff are ok with kids literally throwing chairs at people. The students act like wild animals and staff turns a blind eye. Little to no learning... More
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
At The Park School, excellence permeates every aspect of the educational experience. The learning environment is vibrant and engaging, with students visibly excited about their academic journeys.... More
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The Park School
Current student
April 23, 2024
When I started at Sage, in kindergarten, I was super nervous that I wouldn't make any friends, but I did. The Sage community is extremely welcoming. There are so many adults that I look up to and see... More
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The Sage School