For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 826 students in 02144, MA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02144, MA are John F Kennedy and West Somerville Neighborhood. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 02144 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 02144, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02144, MA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John F Kennedy
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5 Cherry Street
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 629-5440
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 629-5440
Gr: PK-8 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
West Somerville Neighborhood
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
177 Powderhouse Blvd
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-6600
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-6600
Gr: PK-8 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
02144, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1060 Broadway
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-6600
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-6600
Gr: PK-8 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
177 Powderhouse Blvd
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-6600
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-6600
Gr: K-8 | 318 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02144, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02144, MA include John F Kennedy and West Somerville Neighborhood.
How many public middle schools are located in 02144?
2 public middle schools are located in 02144.
What is the racial composition of students in 02144?
02144 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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