For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,170 students in 02421, MA (there are 5 private schools, serving 419 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 02421, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02421, MA are Lexington High School, Bowman and Maria Hastings. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02421 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 02421, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02421, MA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lexington High School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
251 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2320
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2320
Grades: 9-12
| 2,273 students
Rank: #22.
Bowman
(Math: 73% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9 Philip Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2500
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2500
Grades: K-5
| 430 students
Rank: #33.
Maria Hastings
(Math: 74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7 Crosby Road
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 860-5800
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 860-5800
Grades: K-5
| 623 students
Rank: #44.
Jonas Clarke Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17 Stedman Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2450
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2450
Grades: 6-8
| 829 students
Rank: #55.
Bridge
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55 Middleby Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2510
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2510
Grades: K-5
| 360 students
Rank: #66.
Minuteman Regional High School
Vocational School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
758 Marrett Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-6500
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-6500
Grades: 9-12
| 655 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02421, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02421, MA include Lexington High School, Bowman and Maria Hastings.
How many public schools are located in 02421, MA?
6 public schools are located in 02421, MA.
What percentage of students in 02421, MA go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 02421, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02421, MA?
02421, MA public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
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