For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,903 students in 01721, MA (there are , serving 325 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 01721, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01721, MA are Ashland High School, Ashland Middle School and David Mindess. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01721 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01721, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01721, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland High School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
65 East Union St.
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0177
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0177
Gr: 9-12 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Ashland Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
87 West Union Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0167
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0167
Gr: 6-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
David Mindess
(Math: 53% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Concord Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0166
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0166
Gr: 3-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
73 Fruit Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0188
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0188
Gr: K-2 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
75 Central Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0160
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0160
Gr: PK | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01721, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01721, MA include Ashland High School, Ashland Middle School and David Mindess.
How many public schools are located in 01721?
5 public schools are located in 01721.
What percentage of students in 01721 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 01721 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01721?
01721 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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