For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,828 students in 02720, MA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02720, MA are Spencer Borden, North End Elementary School and Mary Fonseca Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02720 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02720, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02720, MA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02720, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02720, MA include Spencer Borden, North End Elementary School and Mary Fonseca Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 02720?
3 public preschools are located in 02720.
What is the racial composition of students in 02720?
02720 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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