3,799
Preschools
2,362
Elementary Schools
1,193
Middle Schools
807
High Schools
1,833
Public District Schools
3,650
Private Schools
5,569
Total Schools
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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
April 29, 2025
I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible first-year experience my child has had at Willett. From the very beginning, it has been a journey filled with growth, learning, and... More
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Thomas Willett School
Parent / Guardian
April 29, 2025
As a parent who once had high hopes for this school, it saddens me to say how deeply disappointed we've become with the direction and priorities of the school, the board and community. While the... More
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Shore Country Day School
Current student
April 28, 2025
I give this a one star becuase this is the lowest it goes if I could i would give it a 0 I go her and it is just horrible please shut this school down they need it
Review for
Albert F Ford Middle School