Best Schools in Fitchburg, Massachusetts
13 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 5 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Fitchburg?
Use this page to compare every school in Fitchburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical
High · Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Applewild School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Memorial Middle School
Middle · Fitchburg. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fitchburg for 2026 are Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical (8.6/10), Applewild School (7.0/10), and Memorial Middle School (6.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 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
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$294,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$294,600
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fitchburg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (13 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Applewild School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Memorial Middle School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Reingold Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Mckay Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Sizer School: a North Central Charter Essential School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Fitchburg High | 5.6 / 10 |
| 8 | St Bernard's High School Inc | 5.3 / 10 |
| 9 | St Bernard Elementary | 4.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Crocker Elementary | 4.8 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $70,334
- Median home value
- $294,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 57%
15% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fitchburg compares
Massachusetts rank
#167 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$70k
62% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
13
About Schools in Fitchburg, Massachusetts
Fitchburg's public school system covers 10 ranked schools across all grade levels, with an average score of 5.5 out of 10. That average signals a modest performance floor, and the distribution confirms the challenge: only 1 school in Fitchburg — just 10% of ranked schools — clears the 7-point mark. Parents researching this city will find a system where strong options exist but require deliberate selection rather than assuming the neighborhood school will meet their child's needs.
The top performer by a clear margin is Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical, a high school scoring 7.4 out of 10 — the only school in Fitchburg's top tier and the highest-rated school in the city overall. Its regional designation means it serves students across multiple communities, and its vocational-technical focus makes it the strongest option for students pursuing career-pathway programs. For families with high schoolers who are technically or professionally oriented, it's the standout choice in this market. Memorial Middle School follows at 6.8, making it the strongest conventional middle school option in the district.
On the elementary level, Reingold Elementary scores 6.7 and McKay Elementary scores 6.1 — both above the district average. These two schools give families with younger children a meaningful head start in a district where performance tightens sharply at the secondary level. Fitchburg High, the district's main public high school, scores 5.6 — below the city average — making the pathway from Reingold or McKay to Fitchburg High a real performance drop parents should plan around early.
The practical takeaway: Fitchburg rewards parents who map the full K–12 arc before choosing where to live. Reingold and McKay are the stronger elementary bets. Memorial provides a solid middle school bridge. At the high school level, Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical is the clear top choice for eligible students. Families with traditional college-prep priorities should factor Fitchburg High's 5.6 into their planning and weigh whether supplemental or alternative options are needed before ninth grade arrives.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 661 students · 1st–5th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | 762 students · 1st–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 620 students · 1st–5th | 4.8 | ||
| 4 | 523 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 3.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Bernard Elementary
Private
200 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.9 | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 587 students · 6th–8th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 565 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,428 students · 9th–12th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 302 students · 7th–12th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | 1,180 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 4 | 226 students · 9th–12th | 3.6 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Bernard's High School Inc
Private
187 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Applewild School
Private
208 students · Pre-K–9th | 7.0 |
Schools in Fitchburg
Fitchburg, Massachusetts · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,334
Median Home Value
$294,600
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
41,677
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Community Profile
Fitchburg has a median household income of $70,334. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $294,600, with a median rent of $1,131/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.6%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 5
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Fitchburg, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
Fitchburg has 13 schools, including 10 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fitchburg is 5.7 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 Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Fitchburg on MySchoolScout is Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fitchburg on MySchoolScout is Reingold Elementary with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Fitchburg on MySchoolScout is Memorial Middle School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best high school in Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Fitchburg on MySchoolScout is Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical with a composite score of 8.6/10.
How many school districts serve Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
Fitchburg is served by 3 school districts: Sizer School: a North Central Charter Essential (district), Fitchburg, Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical.
What is the education level in Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Fitchburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Fitchburg is approximately $70,334 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
Yes, Fitchburg has 3 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Applewild School with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fitchburg, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fitchburg is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fitchburg, 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.