For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,464 students in 01844, MA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,084 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 01844, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01844, MA are Methuen High School, Marsh Grammar School and Comprehensive Grammar School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01844 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01844, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01844, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Methuen High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Ranger Rd
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-6040
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-6040
Gr: 9-12 | 1,841 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Marsh Grammar School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
309 Pelham Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9076
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9076
Gr: K-8 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Comprehensive Grammar School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Howe Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9051
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9051
Gr: K-8 | 1,046 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Donald P Timony Grammar
(Math: 24% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
45 Pleasant View Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9001
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9001
Gr: K-8 | 1,172 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Tenney Grammar School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
75 Pleasant Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9026
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9026
Gr: K-8 | 1,246 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
9 Branch Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-6000
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-6000
Gr: PK-K | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
01844, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
180 Pleasant Valley St
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 681-1348
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 681-1348
Gr: PK | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01844, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01844, MA include Methuen High School, Marsh Grammar School and Comprehensive Grammar School.
How many public schools are located in 01844?
6 public schools are located in 01844.
What percentage of students in 01844 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 01844 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01844?
01844 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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