What types of schools are available in Somerville, Massachusetts?

Somerville, Massachusetts offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Somerville, Massachusetts

Q: How many schools are in Somerville, Massachusetts?

There are 11 schools in Somerville, Massachusetts, serving 4,952 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Somerville?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Somerville, Massachusetts, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 11 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

4,952

Total Students

Across Somerville

10.5:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

11 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score42%

ELA Assessment Score48%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)11 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓10% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,394 students at Somerville High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 3:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Benjamin G Brown

publicelementaryK-5

201 Willow Avenue, Somerville, MA 02144

5 Cherry Street, Somerville, MA 02144

Full Circle High School

publichighGrade 9-12

81 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02143

81 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143

Next Wave Junior High

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

81 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02143

West Somerville Neighborhood

publicmiddlePK-8

177 Powderhouse Blvd, Somerville, MA 02144

Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park

publicmiddlePK-8

290 Washington Street, Somerville, MA 02143

E Somerville Community

publicmiddlePK-8

50 Cross Street, Somerville, MA 02145

5 Meacham Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Winter Hill Community

publicmiddlePK-8

8 Bonair Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Capuano Early Childhood Center

publicelementaryPK-K

150 Glen Street, Somerville, MA 02145

Detailed Overview of Schools in Somerville

Somerville, Massachusetts is home to 11 schools serving over 4,952 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Somerville, Massachusetts?

There are 11 schools in Somerville, serving 4,952 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Somerville?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Somerville include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Somerville?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Somerville is 10.5:1.

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