- Harry Lee Cole — Grades PK–2 · 367 students
- Spofford Pond — Grades 3–6 · 411 students
| Metric | Boxford School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 738 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 2 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $20,400/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 8/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boxford School District (this district) | 8/10 | 75th | 738 |
| Triton School District | 7/10 | 65th | 2,261 |
| Danvers School District | 4/10 | 37th | 3,294 |
| Beverly School District | 6/10 | 59th | 4,648 |
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Ranked against 287 rated districts in MA → 75th percentile → 8/10.
Source: Massachusetts DESE MCAS, grades 3–8 Meeting/Exceeding Expectations, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Boxford School District
Zip code 01921 in Boxford, Massachusetts is served by Boxford School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 6th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Boxford School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Public school districts in Massachusetts spend approximately $20,400 per student per year on average (state-level estimate; district-level figures vary), well above the national average (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts at this funding level typically offer smaller class sizes, broader elective and extracurricular programs, stronger technology infrastructure, and more competitive teacher salaries. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Boxford School District is a small, community-focused district with 2 schools serving students from Pre-K – 6th. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 8/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Boxford School District 8 out of 10 — above average among Massachusetts public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Massachusetts’ MCAS grades 3–8 assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Massachusetts is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Boxford School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Massachusetts. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 01921
Children in zip code 01921 are assigned to Boxford School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 6th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 01921, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Boxford School District at (978)887-0771 or visit www.tritownschoolunion.com. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Massachusetts districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Boxford
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Boxford School District serves zip code 01921, homes in and around zip code 01921 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Massachusetts, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Boxford School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 01921.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Boxford School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 01921 data.