For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,831 students in 01867, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01867, MA are Joshua Eaton, Arthur W Coolidge Middle School and Alice M Barrows. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01867 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01867, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01867, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joshua Eaton
(Math: 68% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
365 Summer Avenue
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-9161
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-9161
Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
89 Birch Meadow Dr
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-9158
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-9158
Gr: 6-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Alice M Barrows
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16 Edgemont Avenue
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-9166
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-9166
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Wood End Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
85 Sunset Rock Lane
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-5420
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 942-5420
Gr: K-5 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
J Warren Killam
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
333 Charles Street
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-7831
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-7831
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Birch Meadow
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27 A B Lord Dr
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-2335
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-2335
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #77.
Walter S Parker Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45 Temple Street
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-1236
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-1236
Gr: 6-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #88.
Robert T. Capeless Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
86 Brooks Avenue
Reading, MA 01867
(413) 448-9665
Reading, MA 01867
(413) 448-9665
Gr: PK-5 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 01867, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01867, MA include Joshua Eaton, Arthur W Coolidge Middle School and Alice M Barrows.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01867?
8 public elementary schools are located in 01867.
What is the racial composition of students in 01867?
01867 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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