3,794
Preschools
2,354
Elementary Schools
1,189
Middle Schools
804
High Schools
1,828
Public District Schools
3,642
Private Schools
5,556
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Massachusetts based on a variety of measures. 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 Public Schools
46,367 students | BOSTON, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 118 schools -
Worcester School District
24,707 students | WORCESTER, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 45 schools -
Springfield School District
23,873 students | SPRINGFIELD, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 68 schools -
Lynn School District
15,556 students | LYNN, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 27 schools -
Brockton School District
14,999 students | BROCKTON, MA
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 26 schools
Reviews From Schools in Massachusetts
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Parent / Guardian
September 14, 2025
It’s tough to have one middle school to accommodate such a large city however, I think the Higgins has done a great job. The school is beautiful and my children had very successful times here.
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J Henry Higgins Middle School
Parent / Guardian
September 14, 2025
The school has been fantastic to my children. Their sports programs are excellent. Their vocational programs are just as excellent and my kids have flourished. I have nothing negative to say about the... More
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Peabody Veterans Memorial High School
Parent / Guardian
September 12, 2025
I'm a parent of a current 1st grader who's been there since Kindergarten. We do not speak French at home, but our child took to it very quickly and has an excellent pronunciation. Within the first... More
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International School Of Boston