For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,890 students in 01863, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 264 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 01863, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01863, MA are Chelmsford High School and Charles D Harrington. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01863 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01863, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01863, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chelmsford High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Richardson Rd
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 251-5111
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 251-5111
Gr: 9-12 | 1,413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Charles D Harrington
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
120 Richardson Rd
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 251-5166
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 251-5166
Gr: K-4 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
01863, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
255 Princeton Street
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 453-0590
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
(978) 453-0590
Gr: PK-4 | 99 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01863, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01863, MA include Chelmsford High School and Charles D Harrington.
How many public schools are located in 01863?
2 public schools are located in 01863.
What percentage of students in 01863 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 01863 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01863?
01863 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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