Ipswich

Located at 1 Lord Square in the coastal community of Ipswich, Massachusetts, the Ipswich Public School District is a fully operational, independent public school system serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Nestled in a fringe town setting within the broader Boston-Cambridge-Newton metropolitan region, the district operates four dedicated schools that provide a cohesive educational pathway for local families. As a traditional public district, Ipswich offers an inclusive, comprehensive academic curriculum anchored in its local community, supported by open lines of communication through its central office and official digital portal at ipsk12.net.

Serving a student body of 1,563 learners in the 2024–2025 academic year, the district maintains a balanced enrollment with 780 female and 783 male students. The student population represents a diverse mix of backgrounds, including Hispanic, multiracial, Asian, Black, and American Indian students alongside a majority White student body. Ipswich's educational programs are backed by an extensive staffing network, featuring approximately 327 full-time equivalent teachers, 49 instructional aides, and 246 support staff, bringing the total district workforce to over 622 full-time equivalent positions. This strong ratio of educators and dedicated support staff highlights the district's emphasis on individual student attention, academic growth, and holistic development from early childhood through high school graduation.