For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,903 students in 01721, MA (there are , serving 325 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 01721, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01721, MA are Ashland High School, Ashland Middle School and David Mindess. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01721 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01721, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01721, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland High School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
65 East Union St.
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0177
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0177
Gr: 9-12 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Ashland Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
87 West Union Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0167
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0167
Gr: 6-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
David Mindess
(Math: 53% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Concord Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0166
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0166
Gr: 3-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
73 Fruit Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0188
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0188
Gr: K-2 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
75 Central Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0160
Ashland, MA 01721
(508) 881-0160
Gr: PK | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01721, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01721, MA include Ashland High School, Ashland Middle School and David Mindess.
How many public schools are located in 01721?
5 public schools are located in 01721.
What percentage of students in 01721 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 01721 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01721?
01721 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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