The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) has announced its initial power rankings for the winter sports season. Released on January 9, 2026, these rankings include top boys and girls basketball teams, along with hockey teams. Only the top 32 boys basketball teams in each division will secure a spot in the postseason, alongside those schools maintaining a winning record of 50% or higher.
MIAA Power Rankings: Top Boys Basketball Teams Revealed
Division I Standings
- 1. Boston College High: W-L: 5-1, Avg. Margin: 8.27, Opp. Rating: 11.77
- 2. Bridgewater-Raynham: W-L: 5-1, Avg. Margin: 7.02, Opp. Rating: 11.52
- 3. Central Catholic: W-L: 5-1, Avg. Margin: 6.84, Opp. Rating: 11.34
- 4. Malden Catholic: W-L: 8-0, Avg. Margin: 4.12, Opp. Rating: 10.12
- 5. Saint John’s: W-L: 6-1, Avg. Margin: 5.10, Opp. Rating: 9.81
Additional Notable Teams in Division I
- 6. Andover
- 7. Cambridge Rindge & Latin
- 8. Beverly
- 9. Bishop Feehan
- 10. Attleboro
Division II Highlights
- 1. St. Mary’s: W-L: 7-0, Avg. Margin: 5.04, Opp. Rating: 11.03
- 2. Oliver Ames: W-L: 6-1, Avg. Margin: 4.20, Opp. Rating: 7.78
- 3. Archbishop Williams: W-L: 4-2, Avg. Margin: 6.07, Opp. Rating: 7.74
Division III Leading Teams
- 1. HS of Science and Tech: W-L: 4-1, Avg. Margin: 6.70, Opp. Rating: 9.70
- 2. Hanover: W-L: 7-0, Avg. Margin: 3.05, Opp. Rating: 9.05
- 3. Salem: W-L: 4-0, Avg. Margin: 1.81, Opp. Rating: 7.81
Division IV Notables
- 1. Wareham: W-L: 6-2, Avg. Margin: 4.21, Opp. Rating: 7.59
- 2. Millbury: W-L: 5-2, Avg. Margin: 5.46, Opp. Rating: 7.46
Division V Overview
- 1. Drury: W-L: 8-1, Avg. Margin: 1.11, Opp. Rating: 4.03
- 2. KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate: W-L: 2-5, Avg. Margin: 1.18, Opp. Rating: 2.68
These rankings provide a snapshot of the competitive landscape in Massachusetts high school boys basketball for the winter season. As the season progresses, teams will aim to maintain their positions and secure their chance for playoff contention.
