Best 01564 Massachusetts Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 581 students in 01564, MA.
The top-ranked public schools in 01564, MA are Houghton Elementary School and Chocksett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01564 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01564, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 01564, MA Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Houghton Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
32 Boutelle Road
Sterling, MA 01564
(978) 422-2333
Gr: K-4 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Chocksett Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
40 Boutelle Road
Sterling, MA 01564
(978) 422-6552
Gr: 5-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 01564, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01564, MA include Houghton Elementary School and Chocksett Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 01564?
2 public schools are located in 01564.
What is the racial composition of students in 01564?
01564 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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