For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,517 students in 01040, MA (there are 6 private schools, serving 449 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 01040, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01040, MA are Gateway To College At Holyoke Community College, Holyoke High School and Joseph Metcalf School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01040 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01040, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01040, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gateway To College At Holyoke Community College
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
303 Homestead Avenue
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 552-2370
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 552-2370
Gr: 10-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Holyoke High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 Beech Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2020
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2020
Gr: 9-12 | 1,569 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Joseph Metcalf School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2019 Northampton Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2104
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2104
Gr: 6-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Holyoke Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Northampton St
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 533-0111
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 533-0111
Gr: K-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
E N White Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Jefferson Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2058
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2058
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #66.
Lt Elmer J Mcmahon Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
75 Kane Rd
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2062
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2062
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
H.b. Lawrence School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
156 Cabot Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2075
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2075
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 Jarvis Avenue
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2060
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2060
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Morgan Full Service Community School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
596 South Bridge Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2083
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2083
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Kelly Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
216 West Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2078
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2078
Gr: PK-5 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Maurice A Donahue Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
210 Whiting Farms Road
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2069
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2069
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1212.
Holyoke Stem Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1045 Main Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 535-0345
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 535-0345
Gr: 6-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
01040, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Center For Excellence (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
156 Cabot St
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2075
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2075
Gr: K-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
303 Homestead Avenue
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 552-2176
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 552-2176
Gr: 11-12 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Holyoke Alternative Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
165 Sargeant Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2014
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2014
Gr: 1-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
1916 Northampton Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 535-0181
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 535-0181
Gr: 6-8 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1575 Northampton Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2050
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2050
Gr: 6-8 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Magnet Middle For Arts (Closed 2004)
Magnet School
325 Pine Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2007
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2007
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Minority enrollment: 87%
1916 Northampton Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 535-0181
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 535-0181
Gr: 5-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1916 Northampton Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2040
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2040
Gr: 4-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Wm J Dean Vocational Technical High School (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
1045 Main Street
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2071
Holyoke, MA 01040
(413) 534-2071
Gr: 10-12 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01040, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01040, MA include Gateway To College At Holyoke Community College, Holyoke High School and Joseph Metcalf School.
How many public schools are located in 01040?
12 public schools are located in 01040.
What percentage of students in 01040 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 01040 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01040?
01040 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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