For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,496 students in 02723, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 249 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 02723, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02723, MA are Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School, Samuel Watson and Talbot Innovation School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02723 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02723, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02723, MA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
251 Stonehaven Rd
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 678-2891
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 678-2891
Gr: 9-12 | 1,463 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Samuel Watson
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
935 Eastern Avenue
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8240
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8240
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Talbot Innovation School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
124 Melrose Street
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8350
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8350
Gr: 6-8 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
300 N Eastern Ave.
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8421
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8421
Gr: PK | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
02723, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Acese Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
803 Bedford Street
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-4730
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-4730
Gr: 3-5
1975 Pleasant Street
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8220
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8220
Gr: K-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
112 Flint Street
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8215
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8215
Gr: K-5 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
330 Oak Grove Avenue
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8245
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8245
Gr: K-5 | 130 students Minority enrollment: 45%
1151 Robeson St
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8210
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 675-8210
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02723, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02723, MA include Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School, Samuel Watson and Talbot Innovation School.
How many public schools are located in 02723?
4 public schools are located in 02723.
What percentage of students in 02723 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 02723 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02723?
02723 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.