For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,038 students in 01060, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 199 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 01060, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01060, MA are Northampton High School, Jackson Street and Smith Vocational And Agricultural High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01060 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01060, MA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01060, MA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northampton High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
380 Elm Street
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1346
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1346
Grades: 9-12
| 908 students
Rank: #22.
Jackson Street
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 Jackson Street
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1510
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1510
Grades: K-5
| 305 students
Rank: #33.
Smith Vocational And Agricultural High School
Vocational School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
80 Locust Street
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1414
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1414
Grades: 9-12
| 547 students
Rank: #44.
Bridge Street
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2 Parsons Street
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1460
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 587-1460
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01060, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01060, MA include Northampton High School, Jackson Street and Smith Vocational And Agricultural High School.
How many public schools are located in 01060, MA?
4 public schools are located in 01060, MA.
What percentage of students in 01060, MA go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 01060, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01060, MA?
01060, MA public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
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