Best Schools in Holliston, Massachusetts
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Holliston by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Holliston High
High · Holliston. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Robert H. Adams Middle School
Middle · Holliston. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Miller School
Elementary · Holliston. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Holliston for 2026 are Holliston High (8.1/10), Robert H. Adams Middle School (7.9/10), and Miller School (7.8/10), 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$620,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$620,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Holliston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holliston High | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Robert H. Adams Middle School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Miller School | 7.8 / 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
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $154,684
- Median home value
- $620,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 66%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Holliston compares
Massachusetts rank
#57 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$155k
136% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Holliston, Massachusetts
Holliston, Massachusetts is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Holliston 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 Holliston is Holliston High with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Holliston is served by 1 school district: Holliston. These districts collectively serve 2,724 students.
Holliston's community shows 66% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $154,684. The poverty rate in the area is 3.2%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 580 students · 3rd–5th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 686 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 655 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 803 students · 9th–12th | 8.1 |
Schools in Holliston
Holliston, Massachusetts · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$154,684
Median Home Value
$620,500
Median Rent
$1,651/mo
Population
14,964
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Community Profile
Holliston has a median household income of $154,684. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $620,500, with a median rent of $1,651/month. The local poverty rate of 3.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Holliston, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Holliston, Massachusetts?
Holliston has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Holliston, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Holliston is 7.1 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 Holliston, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Holliston on MySchoolScout is Holliston High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Holliston, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Holliston on MySchoolScout is Miller School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Holliston, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Holliston on MySchoolScout is Robert H. Adams Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Holliston, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Holliston on MySchoolScout is Holliston High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Holliston, Massachusetts?
Holliston is served by 1 school district: Holliston.
What is the education level in Holliston, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 66% of adults in Holliston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Holliston, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Holliston is approximately $154,684 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Holliston, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Holliston 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 Holliston, 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.