For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,658 students in 02215, MA (there are , serving 784 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 02215, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02215, MA are Boston Arts Academy and Match Charter Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02215 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02215, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02215, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Boston Arts Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
174 Ipswich Street
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 635-6470
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 635-6470
Gr: 9-12 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Match Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 232-0300
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 232-0300
Gr: PK-12 | 1,185 student Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02215, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02215, MA include Boston Arts Academy and Match Charter Public School.
How many public schools are located in 02215?
2 public schools are located in 02215.
What percentage of students in 02215 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 02215 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02215?
02215 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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