For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,765 students in 01851, MA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 01851, MA are Dr Gertrude Bailey, Charles W Morey and Washington. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 01851 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 01851, MA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01851, MA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr Gertrude Bailey
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
175 Campbell Drive
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 937-7644
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 937-7644
Gr: PK-4 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Charles W Morey
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
130 Pine Street
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 937-7662
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 937-7662
Gr: PK-4 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Washington
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
795 Wilder Street
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 937-7635
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 937-7635
Gr: PK-4 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Abraham Lincoln
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Chelmsford Street
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 937-2846
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 937-2846
Gr: PK-4 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Dr. Janice Adie Day School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
60 Carlisle Street
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 674-2405
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 674-2405
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 01851, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 01851, MA include Dr Gertrude Bailey, Charles W Morey and Washington.
How many public preschools are located in 01851?
5 public preschools are located in 01851.
What is the racial composition of students in 01851?
01851 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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