A Look At The Housing Market Near MA's Top 4 High Schools

MASSACHUSETTS — When young families are buying a house it's typically among their top priorities to consider the school district that the home is within, or at least proximity to a school they plan to send their children to.

In Massachusetts, there's no shortage of great schools, according to the latest U.S. News & World Report.

Dozens of public high schools in Massachusetts were ranked among the 2023-24 Best High Schools, released Tuesday by the publication.

Read more: Top 100 MA Public High Schools Ranked By U.S. News

For this week's homes column, we'll take a brief look at a housing example in the cities and towns where the state's top four schools are. They include:

1. Boston Latin (No. 50 nationwide)

2. Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School, Hadley (No. 57 nationwide)

3. The Bromfield School, Harvard (No. 154 nationwide)

4. Sturgis Charter School, Hyannis (No. 179 nationwide)

Take a look inside:

362 Commonwealth Ave., Unit 6F, Boston-Back Bay, Mass.

This professionally managed elevator building is in the heart of Back Bay along tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue, featuring a common roof deck, common laundry on each floor and easy access to all Back Bay conveniences.

It's also quite close to Boston Latin, which was ranked as the top high school in Massachusetts, and the 50th-best in the whole country.

15 Central Ave., South Hadley, Mass.

This split-level house is located on a double lot and a dead-end street, highly desired features for plenty of home buyers.

Perhaps best of all, however, is that it's a short drive to Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School, which ranked as the second-best high school in Massachusetts and just missed the top 50 nationally, ranking at 57.

68 Prospect Hill Rd., Harvard, Mass.

Nestled just outside of Boston, this Harvard property offers a tranquil country setting, luxurious finishes, captivating sunsets and breathtaking views of Mt Wachusett, all while boasting 5,000-plus sq. ft. of living space on a seven-acre lot.

An extra bonus? It's conveniently located near The Bromfield School, Massachusetts' third-best high school and the 154th-best in the entire United States.

72 Studley Rd., Hyannis, Mass.

This move-in ready, expanded ranch-style home, offers the perfect blend of classic Cape Cod charm and modern convenience. Situated just a short stroll from numerous Hyannis beaches, this home allows you to experience the ultimate beachside lifestyle.

But the beach isn't the only draw to this Cape Cod home. The house is located near Sturgis Charter School, the no. 4 ranked high school in Massachusetts, and no. 179 ranked high school in the entire U.S.