For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,098 students in 01463, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 24 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 01463, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01463, MA are Varnum Brook and Nissitissit Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01463 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01463, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01463, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Varnum Brook
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Hollis Street
Pepperell, MA 01463
(978) 433-6722
Pepperell, MA 01463
(978) 433-6722
Gr: K-4 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Nissitissit Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
33 Chace Avenue
Pepperell, MA 01463
(978) 743-1007
Pepperell, MA 01463
(978) 743-1007
Gr: 5-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
01463, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4 Main Street
Pepperell, MA 01463
(978) 433-2787
Pepperell, MA 01463
(978) 433-2787
Gr: Inquire with school | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01463, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01463, MA include Varnum Brook and Nissitissit Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 01463?
2 public schools are located in 01463.
What percentage of students in 01463 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 01463 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01463?
01463 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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