For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 811 students in 01226, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01226, MA are Craneville and Nessacus Regional Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01226 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01226, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01226, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Craneville
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
95 Park Avenue
Dalton, MA 01226
(413) 684-0209
Dalton, MA 01226
(413) 684-0209
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Nessacus Regional Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
35 Fox Road
Dalton, MA 01226
(413) 684-0780
Dalton, MA 01226
(413) 684-0780
Gr: 6-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 01226, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01226, MA include Craneville and Nessacus Regional Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01226?
2 public elementary schools are located in 01226.
What is the racial composition of students in 01226?
01226 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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