For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,177 students in 02420, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02420, MA are Wm Diamond Middle School, Joseph Estabrook and Fiske. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02420 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02420, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02420, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wm Diamond Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
99 Hancock Street
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 861-2460
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 861-2460
Gr: 6-8 | 927 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Joseph Estabrook
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
117 Grove Street
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 861-2520
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 861-2520
Gr: K-5 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Fiske
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
55 Adams Street
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 541-5001
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 541-5001
Gr: K-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Harrington
(Math: 67% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
328 Lowell Street
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 860-0012
Lexington, MA 02420
(781) 860-0012
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02420, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02420, MA include Wm Diamond Middle School, Joseph Estabrook and Fiske.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02420?
4 public elementary schools are located in 02420.
What is the racial composition of students in 02420?
02420 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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