For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 476 students in 01860, MA (there are , serving 10 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 01860, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in 01860, MA is Helen R Donaghue School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01860 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01860, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01860, MA 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Helen R Donaghue School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
24 Union Street Ext.
Merrimac, MA 01860
(978) 346-8921
Merrimac, MA 01860
(978) 346-8921
Grades: 3-6
| 245 students
Rank: n/an/a
104 Church Street
Merrimac, MA 01860
(978) 346-8319
Merrimac, MA 01860
(978) 346-8319
Grades: PK-2
| 231 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01860, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01860, MA include Helen R Donaghue School.
How many public schools are located in 01860?
2 public schools are located in 01860.
What percentage of students in 01860 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 01860 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01860?
01860 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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