Best 01721 Massachusetts Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,939 students in 01721, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01721, MA are Ashland Middle School and David Mindess. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01721 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01721, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 01721, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
87 West Union Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0167
Gr: 6-8 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
David Mindess
(Math: 53% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
90 Concord Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0166
Gr: 3-5 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
73 Fruit Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0188
Gr: K-2 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 01721, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01721, MA include Ashland Middle School and David Mindess.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01721?
3 public elementary schools are located in 01721.
What is the racial composition of students in 01721?
01721 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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