For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,201 students in 01742, MA (there are , serving 1,571 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 01742, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 01742, MA are Concord Carlisle High School, Alcott and Willard. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01742 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01742, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01742, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Concord Carlisle High School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
500 Walden Street
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1400
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,230 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Alcott
(Math: 76% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
93 Laurel Street
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-9544
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-9544
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Willard
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
185 Powder Mill Rd
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1340
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1340
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Thoreau
(Math: 73% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29 Prairie Street
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1300
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Concord Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
835 Old Marlboro Road
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1380
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 318-1380
Gr: 6-8 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 01742, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 01742, MA include Concord Carlisle High School, Alcott and Willard.
How many public schools are located in 01742?
5 public schools are located in 01742.
What percentage of students in 01742 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 01742 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01742?
01742 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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