Best Schools in Upton, Massachusetts
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Upton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Blackstone Valley
High · Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Memorial School
Elementary · Mendon-upton. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Nipmuc Regional High
High · Mendon-upton. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Upton for 2026 are Blackstone Valley (7.5/10), Memorial School (7.1/10), and Nipmuc Regional High (6.2/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$558,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$558,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Upton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blackstone Valley | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Memorial School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Nipmuc Regional High | 6.2 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $161,429
- Median home value
- $558,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Upton compares
Massachusetts rank
#74 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$161k
142% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Upton, Massachusetts
Upton, Massachusetts is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Upton 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 Upton is Blackstone Valley with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Upton is served by 2 school districts: Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical, Mendon-Upton. These districts collectively serve 3,322 students.
Upton's community shows 53% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $161,429. The poverty rate in the area is 2.2%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 499 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,250 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 559 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Upton
Upton, Massachusetts · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$161,429
Median Home Value
$558,600
Population
7,926
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Community Profile
Upton has a median household income of $161,429. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $558,600. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Upton, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Upton, Massachusetts?
Upton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Upton, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Upton is 6.9 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 Upton, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Upton on MySchoolScout is Blackstone Valley with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Upton, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Upton on MySchoolScout is Memorial School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Upton, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Upton on MySchoolScout is Blackstone Valley with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Upton, Massachusetts?
Upton is served by 2 school districts: Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical, Mendon-upton.
What is the education level in Upton, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Upton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Upton, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Upton is approximately $161,429 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Upton, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Upton is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Upton, 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.