For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,240 students in 01824, MA (there are , serving 484 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 01824, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01824, MA are South Row, Mccarthy Middle School and Center Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01824 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01824, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01824, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Row
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
250 Boston Rd
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5177
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5177
Gr: K-4 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Mccarthy Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 North Rd
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5122
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5122
Gr: 7-8 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Center Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
84 Billerica Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5155
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5155
Gr: K-4 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Col Moses Parker School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
75 Graniteville Rd
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5133
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5133
Gr: 5-6 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Byam School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25 Maple Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5144
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5144
Gr: K-4 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
170 Dalton Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5188
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5188
Gr: PK | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
01824, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
170 Dalton Rd
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5188
Chelmsford, MA 01824
(978) 251-5188
Gr: K-4 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01824, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01824, MA include South Row, Mccarthy Middle School and Center Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 01824?
6 public schools are located in 01824.
What percentage of students in 01824 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 01824 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01824?
01824 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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