For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 279 students in 01237, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 12 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 01237, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01237, MA are Lanesborough Elementary School and Hancock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01237 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01237, MA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01237, MA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lanesborough Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
188 Summer Street
Lanesborough, MA 01237
(413) 443-0027
Lanesborough, MA 01237
(413) 443-0027
Gr: PK-6 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Hancock Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3080 Hancock Road
Lanesborough, MA 01237
(413) 738-5676
Lanesborough, MA 01237
(413) 738-5676
Gr: PK-6 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
01237, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
188 Summer Street
Lanesborough, MA 01237
(413) 443-0027
Lanesborough, MA 01237
(413) 443-0027
Gr: PK-6 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01237, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01237, MA include Lanesborough Elementary School and Hancock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 01237?
2 public schools are located in 01237.
What percentage of students in 01237 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 01237 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01237?
01237 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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