For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,729 students in 02744, MA.
The top ranked public schools in 02744, MA are William H Taylor, John B Devalles and Roosevelt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02744 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02744, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02744, MA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William H Taylor
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
71 Portland Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 244 students
Rank: #22.
John B Devalles
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 Katherine Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 304 students
Rank: #33.
Roosevelt Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
119 Frederick Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Grades: 6-8
| 778 students
Rank: #44.
Irwin M. Jacobs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
47 Emery Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 403 students
02744, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
120 Katherine Street
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02744
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 382 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02744, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02744, MA include William H Taylor, John B Devalles and Roosevelt Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02744?
4 public schools are located in 02744.
What is the racial composition of students in 02744?
02744 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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