For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,109 students in 02126, MA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02126, MA are Ellison-parks 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 15% (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 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02126, MA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellison-parks 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 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
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 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
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 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02126, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02126, MA include Ellison-parks Early Education School, Chittick Elementary School and Mattahunt Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 02126?
5 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 55% (majority Hispanic).
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