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Best 02780 Massachusetts Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,274 students in 02780, MA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02780, MA are Joseph C Chamberlain, Elizabeth Pole and James L. Mulcahey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02780 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02780, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 02780, MA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph C Chamberlain
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
480 Norton Avenue
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-3216
Gr: PK-4 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Elizabeth Pole
(Math: 35% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
215 Harris Street
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1260
Gr: PK-4 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
28 Clifford Street
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1255
Gr: PK-4 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Edward F. Leddy Preschool
36 Second Street
Taunton, MA 02780
(508) 821-1275
Gr: PK | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02780, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02780, MA include Joseph C Chamberlain, Elizabeth Pole and James L. Mulcahey Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 02780?
4 public preschools are located in 02780.
What is the racial composition of students in 02780?
02780 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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