For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,030 students in 02143, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 273 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 02143, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02143, MA are Next Wave Junior High School, Somerville High School and Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02143 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02143, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02143, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Next Wave Junior High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
81 Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5640
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5640
Gr: 7-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Somerville High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
81 Highland Avenue
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 625-6600
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 625-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,394 student Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
290 Washington Street
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5460
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5460
Gr: PK-8 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Full Circle High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
81 Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5640
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 629-5640
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02143, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02143, MA include Next Wave Junior High School, Somerville High School and Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park.
How many public schools are located in 02143?
4 public schools are located in 02143.
What percentage of students in 02143 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 02143 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02143?
02143 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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