Schools & Families in Newburyport
Newburyport Public Schools carries a real, solid, above-median standing in Massachusetts, anchoring a genuinely walkable, historic small-city environment for families.
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Newburyport Public Schools ranks #67 among Best School Districts in Massachusetts (Niche 2026), serving 2,107 students at a 10:1 student-teacher ratio; state test scores show 49% of students at least proficient in math and 58% in reading.
A genuinely strong high school
Newburyport High School carries an A- overall grade, ranking #8 among Best Public High Schools in Essex County and #73 of 357 statewide -- a real, above-average showing.
Family fit: a walkable, historic small city
Family life in Newburyport centers on the city's real, walkable brick downtown, harborwalk, and nearby Plum Island beach access -- alongside a genuinely older-skewing overall population (median age 49.8) that families should factor into their own sense of community fit.
Key takeaways
- Newburyport Public Schools ranks #67 in Massachusetts (Niche 2026) -- a solid, above-median district.
- Newburyport High School carries an A- grade, ranking #8 in Essex County and #73 statewide.
- Newburyport's walkable downtown and nearby beach access are real, genuine family draws.
- Confirm specific attendance-zone school assignments directly with Newburyport Public Schools before purchasing.
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