For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,122 students in 02745, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 299 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 02745, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02745, MA are Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical, Casimir Pulaski and Elwyn G Campbell. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02745 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02745, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02745, MA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical
Vocational School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1121 Ashley Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 998-3321
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 998-3321
Gr: 9-12 | 2,151 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Casimir Pulaski
(Math: 48% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1097 Braley Rd
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Elwyn G Campbell
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
145 Essex Street
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Charles S Ashley
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
122 Rochambeau Street
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Jireh Swift
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2203 Acushnet Avenue
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Abraham Lincoln
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
445 Ashley Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Gr: K-5 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #77.
Normandin Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
81 Felton St
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 985-4300
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 985-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02745, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02745, MA include Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical, Casimir Pulaski and Elwyn G Campbell.
How many public schools are located in 02745?
7 public schools are located in 02745.
What percentage of students in 02745 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 02745 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02745?
02745 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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