For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,066 students in 02186, MA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02186, MA are Cunningham School and Tucker. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02186 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02186, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02186, MA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cunningham School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
44 Edge Hill Rd
Milton, MA 02186
(617) 696-4285
Milton, MA 02186
(617) 696-4285
Gr: PK-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Tucker
(Math: 53% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
187 Blue Hills Pkwy
Milton, MA 02186
(617) 696-4291
Milton, MA 02186
(617) 696-4291
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02186, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02186, MA include Cunningham School and Tucker.
How many public preschools are located in 02186?
2 public preschools are located in 02186.
What is the racial composition of students in 02186?
02186 public preschools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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