For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,073 students in 02724, MA (there are , serving 302 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 02724, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02724, MA are Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School, Matthew J Kuss Middle School and Argosy Collegiate Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02724 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02724, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02724, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 Slade Street
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8300
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8300
Gr: K-5 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Matthew J Kuss Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
52 Globe Mills Avenue
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8335
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8335
Gr: 6-8 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Argosy Collegiate Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
263 Hamlet Street
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 567-4725
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 567-4725
Gr: 6-12 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
2501 South Main Street
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8420
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8420
Gr: PK | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
02724, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
160 Osborn Street
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8275
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8275
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
286 Sprague Street
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8315
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8315
Gr: K-6 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
726 Hicks Street
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8280
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8280
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
40 Clarkson Street
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8285
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8285
Gr: K-5 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
152 Orswell Street
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8295
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8295
Gr: K-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
200 Lewis Street
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8300
Fall River, MA 02724
(508) 675-8300
Gr: K-5 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02724, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02724, MA include Carlton M. Viveiros Elementary School, Matthew J Kuss Middle School and Argosy Collegiate Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 02724?
4 public schools are located in 02724.
What percentage of students in 02724 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 02724 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02724?
02724 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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