Best Schools in Chatham, Massachusetts
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Chatham by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Chatham Elementary School
Elementary · Monomoy Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Monomoy Regional Middle School
Middle · Monomoy Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$881,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$881,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Chatham
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chatham Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Monomoy Regional Middle School | 7.5 / 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
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $94,036
- Median home value
- $881,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 65%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Chatham compares
Median household income
$94k
83% of Massachusetts median
About Schools in Chatham, Massachusetts
Chatham, Massachusetts is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Chatham 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 Chatham is Chatham Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Chatham is served by 1 school district: Monomoy Regional School District. These districts collectively serve 1,746 students.
Chatham's community shows 65% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,036. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.
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 | 149 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 414 students · 5th–7th | 7.5 |
Schools in Chatham
Chatham, Massachusetts · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,036
Median Home Value
$881,400
Median Rent
$1,005/mo
Population
4,536
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Community Profile
Chatham has a median household income of $94,036. It is a well-educated community where 65% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $881,400, with a median rent of $1,005/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Massachusetts
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Chatham, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Chatham, Massachusetts?
Chatham has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Chatham, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Chatham is 8.2 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 Chatham, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Chatham on MySchoolScout is Chatham Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Chatham, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Chatham on MySchoolScout is Chatham Elementary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Chatham, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Chatham on MySchoolScout is Monomoy Regional Middle School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Chatham, Massachusetts?
Chatham is served by 1 school district: Monomoy Regional School District.
What is the education level in Chatham, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 65% of adults in Chatham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Chatham, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Chatham is approximately $94,036 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Chatham, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Chatham is 8.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Chatham, 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.