Top 3 Best Massachusetts Alternative Public Preschools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 alternative public preschools serving 1,257 students in Massachusetts.
The top ranked alternative public preschools in Massachusetts are Graham And Parks, King Open and Young Achievers. 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 18% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best Alternative Public Preschools in Massachusetts (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Graham And Parks
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
44 Linnaean Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6577
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
King Open
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
850 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6540
Grades: PK-5
| 355 students
Rank: #33.
Young Achievers
Alternative School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
20 Outlook Road
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-6804
Grades: PK-8
| 555 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.
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 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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