For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,024 students in 01720, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01720, MA are Paul P Gates Elementary School, Luther Conant School and Merriam School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 01720 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 01720, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01720, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paul P Gates Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
75 Spruce Street
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2570
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2570
Gr: K-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Luther Conant School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
80 Taylor Road
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2550
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2550
Gr: K-6 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Merriam School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11 Charter Road
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-3371
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-3371
Gr: K-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Mccarthy-towne School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11 Charter Road
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-3377
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 264-3377
Gr: K-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
C.t. Douglas Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
73 Spruce Street
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2560
Acton, MA 01720
(978) 266-2560
Gr: K-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 01720, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 01720, MA include Paul P Gates Elementary School, Luther Conant School and Merriam School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 01720?
5 public elementary schools are located in 01720.
What is the racial composition of students in 01720?
01720 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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