For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,324 students in 02170, MA (there are , serving 641 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 02170, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02170, MA are Central Middle School, Wollaston School and Beechwood Knoll Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02170 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02170, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02170, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
875 Hancock Street
Quincy, MA 02170
(617) 984-8725
Quincy, MA 02170
(617) 984-8725
Grades: 6-8
| 670 students
Rank: #22.
Wollaston School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 Beale Street
Quincy, MA 02170
(617) 984-8791
Quincy, MA 02170
(617) 984-8791
Grades: K-5
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Beechwood Knoll Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
225 Fenno Street
Quincy, MA 02170
(617) 984-8781
Quincy, MA 02170
(617) 984-8781
Grades: K-5
| 339 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02170, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02170, MA include Central Middle School, Wollaston School and Beechwood Knoll Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02170?
3 public schools are located in 02170.
What percentage of students in 02170 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 02170 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02170?
02170 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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