For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,173 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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02171, MA Public Schools (2025)
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 | 1,508 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
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 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 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 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
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 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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