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Best 02740 Massachusetts Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,838 students in 02740, MA (there are 7 private schools, serving 938 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 02740, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02740, MA are Elizabeth Carter Brooks, James B Congdon and Whaling City Junior/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02740 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02740, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 02740, MA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth Carter Brooks
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
212 Nemasket Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: K-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
James B Congdon
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
50 Hemlock Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: K-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Whaling City Junior/senior High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
455 County Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: 7-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Betsey B Winslow
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
561 Allen Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: K-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Thomas R Rodman
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
497 Mill Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Ellen R Hathaway
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
256 Court Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: K-5 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
John Avery Parker
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
705 County Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #88.
Keith Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
225 Hathaway Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: 6-8 | 949 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #99.
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
247 Elm Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #1010.
Alfred J Gomes
(Math: 22% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
286 S Second Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1111.
New Bedford High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
230 Hathaway Blvd
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: 9-12 | 2,878 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #1212.
Trinity Day Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
181 Hillman Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: 6-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 61%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 02740, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02740, MA include Elizabeth Carter Brooks, James B Congdon and Whaling City Junior/senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 02740?
12 public schools are located in 02740.
What percentage of students in 02740 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 02740 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02740?
02740 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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