For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,724 students in 02744, MA.
The top-ranked public schools in 02744, MA are William H Taylor, John B Devalles and Roosevelt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02744 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02744, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02744, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William H Taylor
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
71 Portland Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
John B Devalles
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 Katherine Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
119 Frederick Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Gr: 6-8 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Irwin M. Jacobs Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
47 Emery Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
02744, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
120 Katherine Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02744, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02744, MA include William H Taylor, John B Devalles and Roosevelt Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02744?
4 public schools are located in 02744.
What is the racial composition of students in 02744?
02744 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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