Best Schools in Somerset, Massachusetts
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Somerset?
Use this page to compare every school in Somerset by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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North Elementary
Elementary · Somerset. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Somerset Berkley Regional High School
High · Somerset Berkley Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Chace Street
Elementary · Somerset. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Somerset for 2026 are North Elementary (8.2/10), Somerset Berkley Regional High School (6.4/10), and Chace Street (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$389,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$389,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Somerset
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Somerset Berkley Regional High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Chace Street | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | South | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Somerset Middle School | 5.8 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $110,427
- Median home value
- $389,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Somerset compares
Massachusetts rank
#108 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$110k
97% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Somerset, Massachusetts
Somerset, Massachusetts is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Somerset 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 Somerset is North Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Somerset is served by 2 school districts: Somerset Berkley Regional School District, Somerset. These districts collectively serve 2,557 students.
Somerset's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,427. The poverty rate in the area is 5.5%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 464 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 305 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 262 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 566 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 960 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Somerset
Somerset, Massachusetts · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$110,427
Median Home Value
$389,300
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
15,946
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Community Profile
Somerset has a median household income of $110,427. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $389,300, with a median rent of $1,316/month. The local poverty rate of 5.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Somerset, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Somerset, Massachusetts?
Somerset has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Somerset, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Somerset is 6.6 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 Somerset, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Somerset on MySchoolScout is North Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Somerset, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Somerset on MySchoolScout is North Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Somerset, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Somerset on MySchoolScout is Somerset Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Somerset, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Somerset on MySchoolScout is Somerset Berkley Regional High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Somerset, Massachusetts?
Somerset is served by 2 school districts: Somerset Berkley Regional School District, Somerset.
What is the education level in Somerset, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Somerset have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Somerset, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Somerset is approximately $110,427 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Somerset, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Somerset is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Somerset, 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.