For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,198 students in Sturbridge, MA.
The top-ranked public schools in Sturbridge, 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.
Sturbridge, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Sturbridge have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Sturbridge, MA (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 schools in Sturbridge, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in Sturbridge, MA include Burgess Elementary School and Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School.
How many public schools are located in Sturbridge?
2 public schools are located in Sturbridge.
What is the racial composition of students in Sturbridge?
Sturbridge public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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