3,806
Preschools
2,372
Elementary Schools
1,197
Middle Schools
810
High Schools
1,843
Public District Schools
3,658
Private Schools
5,587
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 | 118 schools -
Springfield School District
24,239 students | SPRINGFIELD, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 68 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 | 27 schools -
Brockton School District
15,384 students | BROCKTON, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 26 schools
Reviews From Schools in Massachusetts
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Current student
September 16, 2024
This is so tramutizing..They won't let me leave... It's a prison! Don't come here guys
Review for
John F Kennedy Middle School
Current student
September 16, 2024
I wouldn’t wish my worst enemy to go here
Review for
Hawthorne Brook Middle School
Parent / Guardian
September 15, 2024
I completely disagree with the score the George school has on this site! My daughter has been going here since kindergarten and has an amazing experience. She had been in a situation where she was... More
Review for
Manthala George Jr. School