For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 3,800 students in 02740, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02740, MA are Betsey B Winslow, James B Congdon and Elizabeth Carter Brooks. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02740 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02740, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02740, MA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Betsey B Winslow
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 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: #22.
James B Congdon
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 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.
Elizabeth Carter Brooks
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 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: #4 - 54. - 5.
Ellen R Hathaway
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
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: #4 - 54. - 5.
Thomas R Rodman
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
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.
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
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: #77.
John Avery Parker
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
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.
Keith Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
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: #99.
Alfred J Gomes
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
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: #1010.
Renaissance Community Innovation School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
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
Rank: #1111.
Trinity Day Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
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
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 elementary schools in 02740, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02740, MA include Betsey B Winslow, James B Congdon and Elizabeth Carter Brooks.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02740, MA?
11 public elementary schools are located in 02740, MA.
What is the racial composition of students in 02740, MA?
02740, MA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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