For the 2025 school year, there are 3 alternative public preschools serving 1,249 students in Massachusetts.
The top ranked alternative public preschools in Massachusetts are Graham And Parks, King Open and Young Achievers K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Massachusetts alternative public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 37% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Preschools 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.
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: #33.
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 preschools in Massachusetts?
The top ranked alternative public preschools in Massachusetts include Graham And Parks, King Open and Young Achievers K-8 School.
How many alternative public preschools are located in Massachusetts?
3 alternative public preschools are located in Massachusetts.
What is the racial composition of students in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts alternative public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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