For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,055 students in 02144, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 44 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 02144, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02144, MA are Benjamin G Brown, John F Kennedy and West Somerville Neighborhood. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02144 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02144, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02144, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin G Brown
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Willow Avenue
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 629-5620
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 629-5620
Gr: K-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
John F Kennedy
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5 Cherry Street
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 629-5440
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 629-5440
Gr: PK-8 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
West Somerville Neighborhood
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
177 Powderhouse Blvd
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-6600
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-6600
Gr: PK-8 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02144, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02144, MA include Benjamin G Brown, John F Kennedy and West Somerville Neighborhood.
How many public schools are located in 02144?
3 public schools are located in 02144.
What percentage of students in 02144 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 02144 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02144?
02144 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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