For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 655 students in 02762, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 75 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 02762, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02762, MA are Anna Ware Jackson and Beatrice H Wood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02762 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02762, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02762, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anna Ware Jackson
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
68 Messenger Street
Plainville, MA 02762
(508) 699-1304
Plainville, MA 02762
(508) 699-1304
Gr: PK-2 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Beatrice H Wood Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
72 Messenger Street
Plainville, MA 02762
(508) 699-1312
Plainville, MA 02762
(508) 699-1312
Gr: 3-6 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02762, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02762, MA include Anna Ware Jackson and Beatrice H Wood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02762?
2 public schools are located in 02762.
What percentage of students in 02762 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 02762 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02762?
02762 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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