For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,757 students in 02740, MA (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,032 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 02740, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02740, MA are Elizabeth Carter Brooks, James B Congdon and Ellen R Hathaway. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02740 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02740, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02740, MA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth Carter Brooks
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
212 Nemasket Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 291 students
Rank: #22.
James B Congdon
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
50 Hemlock Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 270 students
Rank: #33.
Ellen R Hathaway
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
256 Court Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 273 students
Rank: #44.
Whaling City Junior/senior High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
455 County Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: 7-12
| 67 students
Rank: #55.
Thomas R Rodman
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
497 Mill Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 216 students
Rank: #66.
Betsey B Winslow
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
561 Allen Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 232 students
Rank: #77.
John Avery Parker
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
705 County Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 226 students
Rank: #88.
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
247 Elm Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 607 students
Rank: #99.
Keith Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 Hathaway Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: 6-8
| 938 students
Rank: #1010.
New Bedford High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
230 Hathaway Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: 9-12
| 2,890 students
Rank: #1111.
Alfred J Gomes
(Math: 13% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
286 S Second Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 502 students
Rank: #1212.
Trinity Day Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
181 Hillman Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: 4-12
| 85 students
Rank: #1313.
Renaissance Community Innovation School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
286 South Second Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 160 students
02740, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
561 Allen Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-6
| 281 students
384 Acushnet Ave
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 985-6400
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 985-6400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
338 Dartmouth St
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 112 students
135 Shawmut Avenue
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02740, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02740, MA include Elizabeth Carter Brooks, James B Congdon and Ellen R Hathaway.
How many public schools are located in 02740, MA?
13 public schools are located in 02740, MA.
What percentage of students in 02740, MA go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 02740, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02740, MA?
02740, MA public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
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