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 21, 2024
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East Bridgewater High School
Parent / Guardian
May 21, 2024
My son has been at Atrium since the fall of 2020 when he started 1st grade. He is now entering the 5th grade. Each year has been an amazing experience; the teachers truly know him and take the time to... More
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Atrium School
Parent / Guardian
May 20, 2024
We moved to MA from AZ, and absolutely love Wood End. We didn’t know what to expect moving from a good Charter School in AZ, but Wood End has more than exceeded our expectations in every way. It’s a... More
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Wood End Elementary School