MIAA Released New High School Football Power Rankings
The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association power rankings now feature 32 local teams across top 25 divisional spots.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Secondary Education
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The MIAA released its latest power rankings for high school sports teams, with 32 local squads earning spots within the top 25 of their respective divisions. These standings reflect team performances recorded through Monday.
Why it matters
These rankings provide clarity on the competitive standing of area programs as teams vie for postseason positioning in their divisions. The current data captures the momentum of schools as they progress through the fall season.
Thirty-two local high school teams earned top 25 rankings based on records through Monday. Shawsheen Tech currently holds the No. 1 spot in Division 5, supported by a 31-game winning streak and a 4-0 record.
The players
Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA)
The governing body for high school sports in Massachusetts that manages student-athlete competitions and state tournament brackets.
Shawsheen Tech
A technical high school with a prominent football program that has maintained a 31-game winning streak.
The details
MIAA power rankings are calculated by division, determining team placement based on official win-loss records. These standings are updated to reflect all game results collected through the Monday deadline. The rankings serve as the primary metric for evaluating team performance and playoff eligibility across the state.
Timeline
Monday marked the end of data collection for team records.
Tuesday saw the official release of the updated MIAA power rankings.
The Home Front
These rankings represent the latest data in the ongoing MIAA power ranking system used to structure state tournament pathways. The release follows a long-standing tradition of using performance metrics to determine divisional athletic success in Massachusetts.
Families with student-athletes should review the current divisional standings to track upcoming playoff opportunities for their local teams. Parents can verify team records and specific ranking details on the official MIAA website to stay informed about local school sports logistics.
The takeaway
These rankings provide a snapshot of local athletic performance during a high-stakes point in the season. Families should monitor team progress and local schedules to prepare for potential tournament attendance later this fall.
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