There were 1,683 students enrolled in Nantucket County schools in the 2023-24 school year, 2% fewer 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 0.1% to 50.7%, while girls increased by 0.1% to 49.3%.
Nantucket County had the lowest enrollment numbers in the state.
According to a 2025 analysis from WalletHub, Massachusetts education system was considered the best in the nation, based on factors such as class size, student performance, funding, school safety, and teacher qualifications.
Enrollment at Nantucket County Schools Over 15 Years
Gender Enrolment of Nantucket County Schools during 2023-24 School Year
| School name | Total enrollment | % of Male students | % of Female students | % of Non-binary students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyrus Peirce School | 353 | 52.7% | 47.3% | 0% |
| Nantucket Elementary School | 397 | 46.9% | 53.1% | 0% |
| Nantucket High School | 593 | 51.4% | 48.6% | 0% |
| Nantucket Intermediate School | 340 | 52.1% | 47.9% | 0% |
