Best Schools in Athol, Massachusetts
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Athol?
Use this page to compare every school in Athol by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Athol Community Elementary School
Elementary · Athol-royalston. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Athol High
High · Athol-royalston. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Athol-royalston Middle School
Middle · Athol-royalston. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Athol for 2026 are Athol Community Elementary School (5.5/10), Athol High (4.2/10), and Athol-royalston Middle School (3.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$257,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.5
out of 10
Median Home
$257,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Athol
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Athol Community Elementary School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Athol High | 4.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Athol-royalston Middle School | 3.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.5/10
- Median household income
- $68,345
- Median home value
- $257,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Athol compares
Massachusetts rank
#230 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.8
below Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$68k
60% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Athol, Massachusetts
Athol, Massachusetts is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.5 out of 10, schools in Athol show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Athol is Athol Community Elementary School with a composite score of 5.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Athol is served by 1 school district: Athol-Royalston. These districts collectively serve 1,596 students.
Athol's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,345. The poverty rate in the area is 13.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 571 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 463 students · 5th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 414 students · 9th–12th | 4.2 |
Schools in Athol
Athol, Massachusetts · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,345
Median Home Value
$257,300
Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Population
13,865
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Community Profile
Athol has a median household income of $68,345. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,300, with a median rent of $1,041/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Athol, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Athol, Massachusetts?
Athol has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Athol, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Athol is 4.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Athol, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Athol on MySchoolScout is Athol Community Elementary School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Athol, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Athol on MySchoolScout is Athol Community Elementary School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Athol, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Athol on MySchoolScout is Athol-royalston Middle School with a composite score of 3.8/10.
What is the best high school in Athol, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Athol on MySchoolScout is Athol High with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Athol, Massachusetts?
Athol is served by 1 school district: Athol-royalston.
What is the education level in Athol, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Athol have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Athol, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Athol is approximately $68,345 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Athol, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Athol is 13.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Athol, Massachusetts?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.