Best Schools in Townsend, Massachusetts
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Townsend by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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North Middlesex Regional
High · North Middlesex. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Spaulding Memorial
Elementary · North Middlesex. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hawthorne Brook
Middle · North Middlesex. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Townsend for 2026 are North Middlesex Regional (6.2/10), Spaulding Memorial (5.4/10), and Hawthorne Brook (4.4/10), 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
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$385,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$385,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Townsend
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 | North Middlesex Regional | 6.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Spaulding Memorial | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Hawthorne Brook | 4.4 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $113,162
- Median home value
- $385,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 41 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Townsend compares
Massachusetts rank
#200 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$113k
100% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Townsend, Massachusetts
Townsend, 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 5.3 out of 10, schools in Townsend 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 Townsend is North Middlesex Regional with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Townsend is served by 1 school district: North Middlesex. These districts collectively serve 2,994 students.
Townsend's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $113,162. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 430 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 106 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 452 students · 5th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 757 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Townsend
Townsend, Massachusetts · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$113,162
Median Home Value
$385,200
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
6,803
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
Townsend has a median household income of $113,162. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $385,200, with a median rent of $1,121/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 41 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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Common questions about schools in Townsend, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Townsend, Massachusetts?
Townsend has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Townsend, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Townsend is 5.3 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 Townsend, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Townsend on MySchoolScout is North Middlesex Regional with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Townsend, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Townsend on MySchoolScout is Spaulding Memorial with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Townsend, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Townsend on MySchoolScout is Hawthorne Brook with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in Townsend, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Townsend on MySchoolScout is North Middlesex Regional with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Townsend, Massachusetts?
Townsend is served by 1 school district: North Middlesex.
What is the education level in Townsend, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Townsend have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Townsend, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Townsend is approximately $113,162 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Townsend, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Townsend is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Townsend, 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.