For the 2025 school year, there are 4 alternative public elementary schools serving 1,285 students in Massachusetts.
The top ranked alternative public elementary schools in Massachusetts are Graham And Parks, Southbridge Academy and King Open. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Massachusetts alternative public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 42% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Elementary Schools in Massachusetts (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Graham And Parks
Alternative School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
44 Linnaean Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6577
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6577
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #22.
Southbridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25 Cole Avenue
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5414
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5414
Grades: 6-12
| 36 students
Rank: #33.
King Open
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
850 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6540
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6540
Grades: PK-5
| 387 students
Rank: #44.
Young Achievers K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Outlook Road
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-6804
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-6804
Grades: PK-8
| 466 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked alternative public elementary schools in Massachusetts?
The top ranked alternative public elementary schools in Massachusetts include Graham And Parks, Southbridge Academy and King Open.
How many alternative public elementary schools are located in Massachusetts?
4 alternative public elementary schools are located in Massachusetts.
What is the racial composition of students in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts alternative public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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