For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 920 students in 02743, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 290 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 02743, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02743, MA are Acushnet Elementary School and Albert F Ford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02743 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02743, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02743, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Acushnet Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
800 Middle Road
Acushnet, MA 02743
(508) 998-0255
Acushnet, MA 02743
(508) 998-0255
Gr: PK-4 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Albert F Ford Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
708 Middle Road
Acushnet, MA 02743
(508) 998-0265
Acushnet, MA 02743
(508) 998-0265
Gr: 5-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02743, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02743, MA include Acushnet Elementary School and Albert F Ford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02743?
2 public schools are located in 02743.
What percentage of students in 02743 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 02743 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02743?
02743 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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