For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 402 students in Barre, MA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Barre, MA is Ruggles Lane. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barre, MA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Barre have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Barre, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruggles Lane
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
105 Ruggles Lane
Barre, MA 01005
(978) 355-2934
Barre, MA 01005
(978) 355-2934
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Barre, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Barre, MA include Ruggles Lane.
How many public preschools are located in Barre?
1 public preschools are located in Barre.
What is the racial composition of students in Barre?
Barre public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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