For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,032 students in 02189, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 89 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 02189, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02189, MA are Academy Avenue and Lawrence W Pingree. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02189 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02189, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02189, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Avenue
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
94 Academy Avenue
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 335-4717
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 335-4717
Gr: K-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Lawrence W Pingree
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Commercial Street
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-2974
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-2974
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
1051 Commercial Street
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-4500
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,187 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
89 Middle Street
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 335-0191
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 335-0191
Gr: PK | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02189, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02189, MA include Academy Avenue and Lawrence W Pingree.
How many public schools are located in 02189?
4 public schools are located in 02189.
What percentage of students in 02189 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 02189 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02189?
02189 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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