3,754
Preschools
2,361
Elementary Schools
1,171
Middle Schools
788
High Schools
1,810
Public District Schools
3,662
Private Schools
5,558
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
November 28, 2023
As a parent of two children who are in different grade levels, MCCPS clearly succeeds in its fulfilling its charter of creating community not just between students and faculty, but also between the... More
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Marblehead Community Charter Public School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
November 27, 2023
It was a very good school with good teachers but recently it has been on the decline. But some of my fondest memories are in that school and I would love to relive any grade again. Some teachers are... More
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Sunderland Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
November 27, 2023
Great school my son is thriving there and I've seen a boost in his confidence in his 4 years of attendance. The campus is amazing and the community is welcoming and not pretentious as other schools... More
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Belmont Hill School