For the 2025 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 (2025)
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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