For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,658 students in 02215, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 784 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 02215, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02215, MA are Boston Arts Academy and Match Charter Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02215 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02215, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02215, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Boston Arts Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
174 Ipswich Street
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 635-6470
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 635-6470
Grades: 9-12
| 473 students
Rank: #22.
Match Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 232-0300
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 232-0300
Grades: PK-12
| 1,185 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02215, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02215, MA include Boston Arts Academy and Match Charter Public School.
How many public schools are located in 02215?
2 public schools are located in 02215.
What percentage of students in 02215 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 02215 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02215?
02215 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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