3,754
Preschools
2,359
Elementary Schools
1,171
Middle Schools
787
High Schools
1,810
Public District Schools
3,658
Private Schools
5,554
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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
June 09, 2024
An excellent school. Made the change mid-year as we relocated to a home in N. Andover. My kid had a great welcome me & blended well with the class, which was a concern when moving mid-year. The... More
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Franklin Elementary School
Current student
June 08, 2024
I attend this school and I could not be happier. The teachers here have made a drastic change on how academically smart I have come to be. The teachers are always letting me go to the guidance office... More
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David J. Quinn Middle School
Parent / Guardian
June 08, 2024
My daughter just graduated last night and we are thrilled she is out of this school and done with the poor educational leaders. New principal spineless.
The click of teachers and how some abuse their... More
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St. Augustine Elementary School