For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,198 students in 01566, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01566, MA are Burgess Elementary School and Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01566 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01566, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01566, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burgess Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45 Burgess School Rd
Sturbridge, MA 01566
(508) 347-7041
Sturbridge, MA 01566
(508) 347-7041
Gr: PK-6 | 842 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Old Sturbridge Village Road
Sturbridge, MA 01566
(508) 347-0283
Sturbridge, MA 01566
(508) 347-0283
Gr: K-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 01566, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01566, MA include Burgess Elementary School and Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01566?
2 public elementary schools are located in 01566.
What is the racial composition of students in 01566?
01566 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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