For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,490 students in 02120, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02120, MA are Roxbury Preparatory Charter School and Tobin K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02120 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02120, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02120, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Fisher Avenue
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
(617) 566-2361
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
(617) 566-2361
Gr: 5-12 | 1,126 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Tobin K-8 School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
40 Smith St
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
(617) 635-8393
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
(617) 635-8393
Gr: PK-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02120, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02120, MA include Roxbury Preparatory Charter School and Tobin K-8 School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02120?
2 public elementary schools are located in 02120.
What is the racial composition of students in 02120?
02120 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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