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North Reading


At a glance
26thof 348 Massachusetts districts▲ 2
Better than 92% of Massachusetts districts
189 Park Street
North Reading, MA 01864-2398
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Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 92.5% of districts
5
Schools
2,327
Students
3
5-star schools
Top rankedL D Batchelder7th of 906 Massachusetts elementary schools
Biggest riser
J Turner Hood up 6 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
North Reading Middle 9.7 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
5★
4★
Summary:

The North Reading school district in Massachusetts is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district is consistently ranked among the top in the state, with several standout schools delivering exceptional academic performance.

At the elementary level, L.D. Batchelder Elementary School and E. Ethel Little School are both top-ranked schools in Massachusetts, with impressive test scores and statewide rankings. The district's high school, North Reading High School, also stands out, ranking #27 out of 347 high schools in the state and maintaining a 5-star rating.

Across the district, the schools demonstrate consistently high performance, with strong test scores, low dropout rates, and excellent graduation rates. While North Reading Middle School performs well, its ranking has fluctuated more than the elementary and high schools, suggesting a potential opportunity for improvement. Overall, the North Reading school district appears to be delivering a high-quality education, with several standout schools that are among the best in Massachusetts.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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