For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,670 students in 01430, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 390 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 01430, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01430, MA are Oakmont Regional High School, Overlook Middle School and Briggs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01430 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01430, MA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01430, MA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakmont Regional High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9 Oakmont Drive
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-5907
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-5907
Gr: 9-12 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Overlook Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Oakmont Drive
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-1425
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-1425
Gr: 6-8 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Briggs Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
96 Williams Rd
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-5750
Ashburnham, MA 01430
(978) 827-5750
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01430, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01430, MA include Oakmont Regional High School, Overlook Middle School and Briggs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 01430?
3 public schools are located in 01430.
What percentage of students in 01430 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 01430 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01430?
01430 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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