For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,311 students in 02421, MA (there are , serving 539 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 02421, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02421, MA are Lexington High School, Jonas Clarke Middle School and Maria Hastings. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02421 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02421, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lexington High School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
251 Waltham Street
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2320
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2320
Gr: 9-12 | 2,318 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Jonas Clarke Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17 Stedman Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2450
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2450
Gr: 6-8 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Maria Hastings
(Math: 81% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7 Crosby Road
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 860-5800
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 860-5800
Gr: K-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Bowman
(Math: 84% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9 Philip Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2500
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2500
Gr: K-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Minuteman Regional High School
Vocational School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
758 Marrett Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-6500
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #66.
Bridge
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55 Middleby Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2510
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 861-2510
Gr: K-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
20 Pelham Rd
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 860-5823
Lexington, MA 02421
(781) 860-5823
Gr: PK | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02421, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02421, MA include Lexington High School, Jonas Clarke Middle School and Maria Hastings.
How many public schools are located in 02421?
7 public schools are located in 02421.
What percentage of students in 02421 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 02421 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02421?
02421 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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