For the 2026 school year, there are 4 alternative public elementary schools serving 1,285 students in Massachusetts.
The top-ranked alternative public elementary schools in Massachusetts are Graham And Parks, Southbridge Academy and King Open. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Massachusetts alternative public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 42% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Elementary Schools in Massachusetts (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Graham And Parks
Alternative School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
44 Linnaean Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6577
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6577
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Southbridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25 Cole Avenue
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5414
Southbridge, MA 01550
(508) 764-5414
Gr: 6-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
King Open
Alternative School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
850 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6540
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6540
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Young Achievers K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Outlook Road
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-6804
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-6804
Gr: PK-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public elementary schools in Massachusetts?
The top-ranked alternative public elementary schools in Massachusetts include Graham And Parks, Southbridge Academy and King Open.
How many alternative public elementary schools are located in Massachusetts?
4 alternative public elementary schools are located in Massachusetts.
What is the racial composition of students in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts alternative public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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