For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,957 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 41%), 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 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01721, MA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
87 West Union Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0167
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0167
Gr: 6-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
David Mindess
(Math: 53% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Concord Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0166
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0166
Gr: 3-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
73 Fruit Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0188
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0188
Gr: K-2 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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