For the 2026 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 66% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Hale
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
55 Hartley Road
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-4788
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-4788
Gr: 6-8 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Stow, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
511 Great Rd
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-5774
Stow, MA 01775
(978) 897-5774
Gr: K-3 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
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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