For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,328 students in 02126, MA.
The top ranked public preschools in 02126, MA are Ellisonparks Early Education School, Chittick Elementary School and Mattahunt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02126 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02126, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02126, MA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellisonparks Early Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
108 Babson Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-7680
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-7680
Gr: PK-3 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Chittick Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
154 Ruskindale Road
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8652
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8652
Gr: PK-6 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mattahunt Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
123 Alabama St
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8792
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8792
Gr: PK-6 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1060 Morton Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8731
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8731
Gr: PK-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Mildred Avenue K-8 School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5 Mildred Avenue
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-1642
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-1642
Gr: PK-8 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Young Achievers K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Outlook Road
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-6804
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-6804
Gr: PK-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
02126, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Hebron Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8792
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8792
Gr: PK-5 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
20 Outlook Road
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8623
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8623
Gr: 6-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 02126, MA?
The top ranked public preschools in 02126, MA include Ellisonparks Early Education School, Chittick Elementary School and Mattahunt Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 02126?
6 public preschools are located in 02126.
What is the racial composition of students in 02126?
02126 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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