For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,828 students in 01550, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 155 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 01550, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01550, MA are Southbridge Academy, Southbridge High School and Southbridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01550 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01550, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01550, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southbridge Academy
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25 Cole Avenue
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5414
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5414
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Southbridge High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
132 Torrey Road
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5450
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5450
Gr: 9-12 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Southbridge Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
132 Torrey Road
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5440
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5440
Gr: 6-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Charlton Street
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
220 Charlton Street
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5475
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5475
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
West Street
(Math: 4% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
156 West Street
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5470
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5470
Gr: 2-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
120 Eastford Road
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5460
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5460
Gr: PK-1 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01550, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01550, MA include Southbridge Academy, Southbridge High School and Southbridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 01550?
6 public schools are located in 01550.
What percentage of students in 01550 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 01550 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01550?
01550 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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