For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,152 students in 02171, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 485 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 02171, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02171, MA are North Quincy High School, Montclair and Squantum. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02171 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02171, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02171, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Quincy High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
316 Hancock Street
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8744
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8744
Gr: 9-12 | 1,520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Montclair
(Math: 63% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8 Belmont Street
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8708
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8708
Gr: K-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Squantum
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
50 Huckins Avenue
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8706
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8706
Gr: K-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Francis W Parker
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
148 Billings Rd
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8710
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8710
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Atlantic Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
86 Hollis Avenue
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8727
Quincy, MA 02171
(617) 984-8727
Gr: 6-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02171, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02171, MA include North Quincy High School, Montclair and Squantum.
How many public schools are located in 02171?
5 public schools are located in 02171.
What percentage of students in 02171 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 02171 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02171?
02171 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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