Best Schools in Whitinsville, Massachusetts
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Whitinsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Northbridge Elementary School
Elementary · Northbridge. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Northbridge High
High · Northbridge. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Whitinsville Christian School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Whitinsville for 2026 are Northbridge Elementary School (7.2/10), Northbridge High (6.6/10), and Whitinsville Christian School (4.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$413,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$413,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Whitinsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northbridge Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Northbridge High | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Whitinsville Christian School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Northbridge Middle | 3.7 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $88,735
- Median home value
- $413,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 32 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Whitinsville compares
Massachusetts rank
#170 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$89k
78% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Whitinsville, Massachusetts
Whitinsville, Massachusetts is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Whitinsville 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 Whitinsville is Northbridge Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Whitinsville is served by 1 school district: Northbridge. These districts collectively serve 1,865 students.
Whitinsville's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,735. The poverty rate in the area is 10.7%.
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 | 960 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 432 students · 6th–8th | 3.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 473 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Whitinsville Christian School
Private
572 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Whitinsville
Whitinsville, Massachusetts · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$88,735
Median Home Value
$413,600
Median Rent
$1,263/mo
Population
10,357
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Community Profile
Whitinsville has a median household income of $88,735. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $413,600, with a median rent of $1,263/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.7%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Common questions about schools in Whitinsville, Massachusetts
How many schools are in Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
Whitinsville has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Whitinsville is 5.6 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 Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in Whitinsville on MySchoolScout is Northbridge Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in Whitinsville on MySchoolScout is Northbridge Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in Whitinsville on MySchoolScout is Northbridge Middle with a composite score of 3.7/10.
What is the best high school in Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in Whitinsville on MySchoolScout is Northbridge High with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
Whitinsville is served by 1 school district: Northbridge.
What is the education level in Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Whitinsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
The median household income in Whitinsville is approximately $88,735 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
Yes, Whitinsville has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Whitinsville Christian School with a score of 4.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Whitinsville, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Whitinsville 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 Whitinsville, 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.