Best Schools in Monson, Massachusetts
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Granite Valley School
Elementary · Monson. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Monson High School
High · Monson. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$312,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$312,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Monson
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Granite Valley School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Monson High School | 4.6 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $90,436
- Median home value
- $312,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Monson compares
Massachusetts rank
#110 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$90k
80% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Monson, Massachusetts
Monson, Massachusetts is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Monson 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 Monson is Quarry Hill Community School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Monson is served by 1 school district: Monson. These districts collectively serve 807 students.
Monson's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,436. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 125 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 7.8 |
| 2 | 387 students · 1st–6th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 295 students · 7th–12th | 4.6 |
Schools in Monson
Monson, Massachusetts · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,436
Median Home Value
$312,100
Median Rent
$880/mo
Population
8,200
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
Monson has a median household income of $90,436. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $312,100, with a median rent of $880/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Monson, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Monson, Massachusetts?
Monson has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Monson, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Monson is 6.5 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 Monson, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Monson on MySchoolScout is Granite Valley School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Monson, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Monson on MySchoolScout is Granite Valley School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Monson, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Monson on MySchoolScout is Monson High School with a composite score of 4.6/10.
How many school districts serve Monson, Massachusetts?
Monson is served by 1 school district: Monson.
What is the education level in Monson, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Monson have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Monson, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Monson is approximately $90,436 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Monson, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Monson is 9.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Monson, 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.