For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,948 students in 02720, MA (there are 7 private schools, serving 610 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 02720, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02720, MA are James Tansey, Spencer Borden and North End Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02720 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02720, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02720, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Tansey
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
711 Ray Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8206
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8206
Gr: K-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Spencer Borden
(Math: 52% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 President Avenue
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8202
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8202
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
North End Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1899 Meridan Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8245
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8245
Gr: PK-5 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
B M C Durfee High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
360 Elsbree Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8100
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,642 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Morton Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1135 North Main Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8340
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8340
Gr: 6-8 | 751 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Resiliency Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
290 Rock Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8230
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8230
Gr: 7-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #77.
Mary Fonseca Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
160 Wall Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8210
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8210
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
276 Maple Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8420
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8420
Gr: K-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02720, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02720, MA include James Tansey, Spencer Borden and North End Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02720?
8 public schools are located in 02720.
What percentage of students in 02720 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 02720 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02720?
02720 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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