For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,797 students in East Weymouth, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 89 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in East Weymouth, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in East Weymouth, MA are Academy Avenue and Lawrence W Pingree. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
East Weymouth, MA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in East Weymouth have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in East Weymouth, MA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Academy Avenue
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
94 Academy Avenue
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 335-4717
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 335-4717
Grades: K-5
| 344 students
Rank: #22.
Lawrence W Pingree
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Commercial Street
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-2974
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-2974
Grades: K-5
| 258 students
Rank: n/an/a
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School
Magnet School
1051 Commercial Street
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-4500
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-4500
Grades: 5-8
| 1,195 students
East Weymouth, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
89 Middle Street
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 335-1100
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 335-1100
Grades: 6-7
| 784 students
1051 Commercial Street
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-7500
East Weymouth, MA 02189
(781) 337-7500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,645 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in East Weymouth, MA?
The top ranked public schools in East Weymouth, MA include Academy Avenue and Lawrence W Pingree.
How many public schools are located in East Weymouth?
3 public schools are located in East Weymouth.
What percentage of students in East Weymouth go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in East Weymouth are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in East Weymouth?
East Weymouth public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in East Weymouth are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in East Weymouth include: Lawrence W Pingree vs. Academy Avenue, Academy Avenue vs. Lawrence W Pingree
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