For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,014 students in 02143, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 345 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 02143, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02143, MA are Somerville High School, Full Circle High School and Next Wave Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02143 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02143, MA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02143, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Somerville High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
81 Highland Avenue
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 625-6600
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 625-6600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,373 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Full Circle High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
81 Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5640
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5640
Grades: 9-12
| 64 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Next Wave Junior High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
81 Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5640
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5640
Grades: 7-8
| 13 students
Rank: #44.
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
290 Washington Street
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5460
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5460
Grades: PK-8
| 564 students
02143, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
42 Prescott Street
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 625-6600
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 625-6600
Grades: 1-8
| 156 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02143, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02143, MA include Somerville High School, Full Circle High School and Next Wave Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 02143?
4 public schools are located in 02143.
What percentage of students in 02143 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 02143 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02143?
02143 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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