For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,589 students in 02474, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02474, MA are John A Bishop, Gibbs School and Hardy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02474 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02474, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02474, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John A Bishop
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
25 Columbia Road
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3791
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3791
Gr: K-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Gibbs School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41 Foster Street
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-9003
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-9003
Gr: 6 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
M Norcross Stratton
(Math: 66% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
180 Mountain Avenue
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3754
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3754
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Peirce
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
85 Park Avenue Ext
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3736
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3736
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Thompson
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
187 Everett Street
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3768
Arlington, MA 02474
(781) 316-3768
Gr: K-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02474, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02474, MA include John A Bishop, Gibbs School and Hardy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02474?
6 public elementary schools are located in 02474.
What is the racial composition of students in 02474?
02474 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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