For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,891 students in 01721, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 351 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 01721, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01721, MA are Ashland High School, Ashland Middle School and David Mindess. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01721 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01721, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01721, MA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ashland High School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
65 East Union St.
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0177
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0177
Grades: 9-12
| 840 students
Rank: #22.
Ashland Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
87 West Union Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0167
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0167
Grades: 6-8
| 682 students
Rank: #33.
David Mindess
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Concord Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0166
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0166
Grades: 3-5
| 644 students
Rank: n/an/a
Henry E Warren Elementary School
Magnet School
73 Fruit Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0188
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0188
Grades: K-2
| 643 students
Rank: n/an/a
William Pittaway Elementary School
Magnet School
75 Central Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0160
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0160
Grades: PK
| 82 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01721, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01721, MA include Ashland High School, Ashland Middle School and David Mindess.
How many public schools are located in 01721?
5 public schools are located in 01721.
What percentage of students in 01721 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 01721 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01721?
01721 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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