For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,130 students in 02648, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 100 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 02648, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02648, MA are West Villages Elementary School and Barnstable United Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02648 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02648, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02648, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Villages Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
760 Osterville-west Barnstable
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 420-1100
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 420-1100
Gr: K-3 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Barnstable United Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
730 Osterville West Barnstable
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 420-2272
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 420-2272
Gr: 4-5 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
02648, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
730 Osterville-w. Barnstable R
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 420-2272
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 420-2272
Gr: 5-6 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Barnstable Horace Mann Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
730 Ostervillew. Barnstable R
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 420-2272
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 420-2272
Gr: 4-5 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
2095 Main Street
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 428-2090
Marstons Mills, MA 02648
(508) 428-2090
Gr: K-2 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02648, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02648, MA include West Villages Elementary School and Barnstable United Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02648?
2 public schools are located in 02648.
What percentage of students in 02648 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 02648 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02648?
02648 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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