For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,536 students in 02474, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,024 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 02474, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02474, MA are John A Bishop, M Norcross Stratton and Gibbs School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02474 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02474, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02474, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John A Bishop
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
25 Columbia Road
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3791
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3791
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #22.
M Norcross Stratton
(Math: 72% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
180 Mountain Avenue
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3754
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3754
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #33.
Gibbs School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41 Foster Street
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-9003
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-9003
Grades: 6
| 468 students
Rank: #44.
Hardy
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
52 Lake Street
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3781
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3781
Grades: K-5
| 383 students
Rank: #55.
Thompson
(Math: 66% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
187 Everett Street
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3768
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3768
Grades: K-5
| 522 students
Rank: #66.
Peirce
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
85 Park Avenue Ext
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3736
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3736
Grades: K-5
| 335 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02474, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02474, MA include John A Bishop, M Norcross Stratton and Gibbs School.
How many public schools are located in 02474?
6 public schools are located in 02474.
What percentage of students in 02474 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 02474 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02474?
02474 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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