For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,119 students in 02745, MA (there are 2 private schools, serving 299 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 02745, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02745, MA are Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical, Casimir Pulaski and Charles S Ashley. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02745 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02745, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02745, MA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1121 Ashley Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 998-3321
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 998-3321
Grades: 9-12
| 2,095 students
Rank: #22.
Casimir Pulaski
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1097 Braley Rd
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 544 students
Rank: #33.
Charles S Ashley
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
122 Rochambeau Street
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 278 students
Rank: #44.
Abraham Lincoln
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
445 Ashley Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Grades: K-5
| 641 students
Rank: #55.
Jireh Swift
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2203 Acushnet Avenue
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 226 students
Rank: #66.
Elwyn G Campbell
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
145 Essex Street
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 997-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 284 students
Rank: #77.
Normandin Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
81 Felton St
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 985-4300
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 985-4300
Grades: 6-8
| 1,051 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02745, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02745, MA include Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical, Casimir Pulaski and Charles S Ashley.
How many public schools are located in 02745?
7 public schools are located in 02745.
What percentage of students in 02745 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 02745 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02745?
02745 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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