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
May 02, 2024
My family and I will be forever grateful for this school. The work they do with our daughter who has autism is incredible. they always have activities for parents to participate in. GOD BLESS YOU
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Webster Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2024
Due to my children's closeness in age, I've been dealing with NGES for six years now. My oldest joined NGES at three years old. He did two years of pre-k, completed kindergarten and 1st grade, and... More
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North Grafton Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2024
I have a non verbal special needs child . PLEASE do not send your child to this school . If they need more then the school can do , they will fight and lie to save themselves money. The special needs... More
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Elizabeth Pole