For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,139 students in 02780, MA.
The top ranked public high schools in 02780, MA are Bristol-plymouth Vocational Technical, Taunton Alternative High School and Taunton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 02780 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 02780, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02780 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Massachusetts average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bristol-plymouth Vocational Technical, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public high school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02780, MA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bristol-plymouth Vocational Technical
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
207 Hart Street
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 823-5151
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 823-5151
Grades: 9-12
| 1,310 students
Rank: #22.
Taunton Alternative High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 Cohannet Street
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 844-5822
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 844-5822
Grades: 11-12
| 69 students
Rank: #33.
Taunton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
50 Williams Street
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1101
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1101
Grades: 8-12
| 2,760 students
02780, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
36 Second St
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1275
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1275
Grades: K-4
| 128 students
28 Clifford St
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1255
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1255
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
66 Summer Street
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1301
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1301
Grades: K
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 02780, MA?
The top ranked public high schools in 02780, MA include Bristol-plymouth Vocational Technical, Taunton Alternative High School and Taunton High School.
How many public high schools are located in 02780?
3 public high schools are located in 02780.
What is the racial composition of students in 02780?
02780 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public high schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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