For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 762 students in 01220, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 91 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 01220, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01220, MA are Berkshire Arts And Technology Charter Public School and Hoosac Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01220 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01220, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01220, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Berkshire Arts And Technology Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Commercial Place
Adams, MA 01220
(413) 743-7311
Adams, MA 01220
(413) 743-7311
Gr: 6-12 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Hoosac Valley Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14 Commercial Street
Adams, MA 01220
(413) 743-0876
Adams, MA 01220
(413) 743-0876
Gr: PK-3 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01220, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01220, MA include Berkshire Arts And Technology Charter Public School and Hoosac Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 01220?
2 public schools are located in 01220.
What percentage of students in 01220 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 01220 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01220?
01220 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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