For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 737 students in Stow, MA.
The top ranked public schools in Stow, MA are Center School and Hale. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stow, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Stow have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stow, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Center School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
403 Great Rd
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-0290
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-0290
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
Rank: #22.
Hale
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
55 Hartley Road
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-4788
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-4788
Grades: 6-8
| 237 students
Stow, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
511 Great Rd
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-5774
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-5774
Grades: K-3
| 386 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Stow, MA?
The top ranked public schools in Stow, MA include Center School and Hale.
How many public schools are located in Stow?
2 public schools are located in Stow.
What is the racial composition of students in Stow?
Stow public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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