For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,950 students in 01247, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 23 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 01247, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01247, MA are Charles Mccann Vocational Technical, Clarksburg Elementary School and Abbott Memorial. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01247 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01247, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01247, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles Mccann Vocational Technical
Vocational School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
70 Hodges Cross Rd
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 663-5383
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 663-5383
Gr: 9-12 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Clarksburg Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
777 West Cross Road
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 663-8735
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 663-8735
Gr: PK-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Abbott Memorial
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
56 North County Rd
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 664-6023
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 664-6023
Gr: PK-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Colegrove Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24 Church Street
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 662-3250
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 662-3250
Gr: 3-6 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Drury High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1130 South Church Street
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 662-3240
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 662-3240
Gr: 7-12 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Brayton
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Brayton Hill Terrace
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 662-3260
North Adams, MA 01247
(413) 662-3260
Gr: PK-2 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01247, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01247, MA include Charles Mccann Vocational Technical, Clarksburg Elementary School and Abbott Memorial.
How many public schools are located in 01247?
6 public schools are located in 01247.
What percentage of students in 01247 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 01247 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01247?
01247 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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