For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,530 students in 02740, MA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02740, MA are John Avery Parker, Sgt Wm H Carney Academy and Alfred J Gomes. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02740 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02740, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02740, MA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Avery Parker
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
705 County Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
247 Elm Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Alfred J Gomes
(Math: 22% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
286 S Second Street
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 997-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02740, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02740, MA include John Avery Parker, Sgt Wm H Carney Academy and Alfred J Gomes.
How many public preschools are located in 02740?
3 public preschools are located in 02740.
What is the racial composition of students in 02740?
02740 public preschools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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