For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,201 students in 01742, MA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,564 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 01742, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01742, MA are Concord Carlisle High School, Alcott and Willard. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01742 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01742, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01742, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Concord Carlisle High School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
500 Walden Street
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1400
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,230 students
Rank: #22.
Alcott
(Math: 79% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
93 Laurel Street
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-9544
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-9544
Grades: PK-5
| 430 students
Rank: #33.
Willard
(Math: 74% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
185 Powder Mill Rd
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1340
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1340
Grades: PK-5
| 451 students
Rank: #44.
Thoreau
(Math: 69% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
29 Prairie Street
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1300
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1300
Grades: PK-5
| 436 students
Rank: #55.
Concord Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
835 Old Marlboro Road
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1380
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1380
Grades: 6-8
| 654 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01742, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01742, MA include Concord Carlisle High School, Alcott and Willard.
How many public schools are located in 01742?
5 public schools are located in 01742.
What percentage of students in 01742 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 01742 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01742?
01742 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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