For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,023 students in Harvard, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 192 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Harvard, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Harvard, MA are The Bromfield High School and Hildreth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harvard, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Harvard have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Harvard, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Bromfield High School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14 Massachusetts Avenue
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4152
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4152
Gr: 9-12 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Hildreth Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
27 Massachusetts Avenue
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4145
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4145
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
14 Massachusetts Ave
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4140
Harvard, MA 01451
(978) 456-4140
Gr: 6-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Harvard, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in Harvard, MA include The Bromfield High School and Hildreth Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Harvard?
3 public schools are located in Harvard.
What percentage of students in Harvard go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Harvard are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Harvard?
Harvard public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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