For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,946 students in 02720, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02720, MA are James Tansey, Spencer Borden and North End Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02720 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02720, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02720, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Tansey
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
711 Ray Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8206
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8206
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Spencer Borden
(Math: 52% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 President Avenue
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8202
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8202
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
North End Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1899 Meridan Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8245
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8245
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Morton Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1135 North Main Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8340
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8340
Gr: 6-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Stone Pk-12 School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
276 Maple St
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8405
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8405
Gr: 1-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Mary Fonseca Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
160 Wall Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8210
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8210
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
02720, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
117 Hood Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8235
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8235
Gr: K-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Fall River Alternative High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
330 Oak Grove Avenue
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-0809
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-0809
Gr: 9-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Fall River Alternative Middle School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2585 North Main Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-4650
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-4650
Gr: 6-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
360 Elsbree Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8100
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8100
Gr: 12 | 1 student
1151 Robeson Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8255
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8255
Gr: PK-5 | 169 students Minority enrollment: 8%
The Learning Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
25 June Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8473
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8473
Gr: PK-2 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 22%
439 Pine Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8306
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8306
Gr: K-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
290 Rock Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8107
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8107
Gr: 6-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
290 Rock Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8230
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8230
Gr: 9-12 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
2585 North Main Street
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8250
Fall River, MA 02720
(508) 675-8250
Gr: K-5 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02720, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02720, MA include James Tansey, Spencer Borden and North End Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02720?
6 public elementary schools are located in 02720.
What is the racial composition of students in 02720?
02720 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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