For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,707 students in 02043, MA (there are , serving 1,601 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 02043, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02043, MA are Hingham High School, Plymouth River and South Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02043 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02043, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02043, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hingham High School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
17 Union Street
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1560
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1560
Gr: 9-12 | 1,100 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Plymouth River
(Math: 81% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
200 High Street
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1530
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1530
Gr: K-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
South Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
831 Main Street
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1540
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1540
Gr: K-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Wm L Foster Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55 Downer Avenue
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1520
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1520
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Hingham Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1103 Main Street
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1550
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1550
Gr: 6-8 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
East Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2 Collins Street
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1570
Hingham, MA 02043
(781) 741-1570
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02043, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02043, MA include Hingham High School, Plymouth River and South Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02043?
6 public schools are located in 02043.
What percentage of students in 02043 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 02043 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02043?
02043 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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