Best Schools in Carlisle, Massachusetts
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Carlisle School
Elementary · Carlisle. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.2
out of 10
Median Home
$1,055,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.2
out of 10
Median Home
$1,055,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carlisle
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlisle School | 9.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.2/10
- Median household income
- $250,001
- Median home value
- $1,055,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 83%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 94%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carlisle compares
Median household income
$250k
220% of Massachusetts median
About Schools in Carlisle, Massachusetts
Carlisle, Massachusetts is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.2 out of 10, schools in Carlisle perform strongly 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 Carlisle is Carlisle School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carlisle is served by 1 school district: Carlisle. These districts collectively serve 608 students.
Carlisle's community shows 83% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $250,001. The poverty rate in the area is 2.1%.
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 | 608 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.2 |
Schools in Carlisle
Carlisle, Massachusetts · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,055,600
Median Rent
$1,409/mo
Population
5,209
College Educated
83%
Homeownership
94%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Community Profile
Carlisle has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 83% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,055,600, with a median rent of $1,409/month. The local poverty rate of 2.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Carlisle, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Carlisle, Massachusetts?
Carlisle has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carlisle, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carlisle is 9.2 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 Carlisle, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Carlisle on MySchoolScout is Carlisle School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carlisle, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carlisle on MySchoolScout is Carlisle School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
How many school districts serve Carlisle, Massachusetts?
Carlisle is served by 1 school district: Carlisle.
What is the education level in Carlisle, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 83% of adults in Carlisle have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carlisle, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Carlisle is approximately $250,001 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carlisle, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carlisle is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carlisle, 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.