For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,813 students in 02720, MA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 02720, MA are B M C Durfee High School and Resiliency Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 02720 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 02720, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02720 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Massachusetts average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is B M C Durfee High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02720, MA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
B M C Durfee High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
360 Elsbree Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8100
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,642 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Resiliency Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
290 Rock Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8230
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8230
Gr: 7-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 02720, MA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 02720, MA include B M C Durfee High School and Resiliency Preparatory Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 02720?
2 public high schools are located in 02720.
What is the racial composition of students in 02720?
02720 public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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