For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,022 students in 02745, MA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02745, MA are Casimir Pulaski, Elwyn G Campbell and Jireh Swift. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02745 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02745, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02745, MA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02745, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02745, MA include Casimir Pulaski, Elwyn G Campbell and Jireh Swift.
How many public preschools are located in 02745?
3 public preschools are located in 02745.
What is the racial composition of students in 02745?
02745 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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