There were 1,718 students enrolled in Nantucket County schools in the 2022-23 school year, 2.8% more than the previous year, according to the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
In comparison to the gender breakdown from the previous year, the share of boys fell by 0.8% to 50.8%, while girls increased by 0.8% to 49.2%.
Nantucket County had the lowest enrollment numbers in the state.
Massachusetts spends more money on K-12 education per pupil than most other states, ranking fifth in the nation, according to a 2025 report. The state allocates over $24,000 per pupil, totaling $22.5 billion annually.
Enrollment at Nantucket County Schools Over 14 Years
Gender Enrolment of Nantucket County Schools during 2022-23 School Year
| School name | Total enrollment | % of Male students | % of Female students | % of Non-binary students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyrus Peirce School | 380 | 52.1% | 47.9% | 0% |
| Nantucket Elementary School | 412 | 47.6% | 52.4% | 0% |
| Nantucket High School | 586 | 51.5% | 48.5% | 0% |
| Nantucket Intermediate School | 340 | 52.1% | 47.9% | 0% |
