For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 922 students in 02720, MA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02720, MA are Morton Middle School and Resiliency Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 02720 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 02720, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02720, MA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02720, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02720, MA include Morton Middle School and Resiliency Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 02720?
2 public middle schools are located in 02720.
What is the racial composition of students in 02720?
02720 public middle schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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