For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 759 students in 02744, MA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 02744, MA is Roosevelt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 02744 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 02744, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02744, MA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roosevelt Middle 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
Gr: 6-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02744, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02744, MA include Roosevelt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02744?
1 public middle schools are located in 02744.
What is the racial composition of students in 02744?
02744 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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