For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 409 students in Northfield, MA.
The top-ranked public schools in Northfield, MA are Pioneer Valley Regional and Northfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Northfield, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Northfield have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Northfield, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pioneer Valley Regional
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
97 F Sumner Turner Rd
Northfield, MA 01360
(413) 498-2931
Northfield, MA 01360
(413) 498-2931
Gr: 7-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Northfield Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
104 Main Street
Northfield, MA 01360
(413) 498-5842
Northfield, MA 01360
(413) 498-5842
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Northfield, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in Northfield, MA include Pioneer Valley Regional and Northfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Northfield?
2 public schools are located in Northfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Northfield?
Northfield public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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