For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,532 students in 01844, MA (there are , serving 1,084 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 01844, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 01844, MA are Methuen High School, Marsh Grammar School and Comprehensive Grammar School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 01844 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 01844, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 01844, MA 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Methuen High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Ranger Rd
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-6040
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-6040
Gr: 9-12 | 1,898 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Marsh Grammar School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
309 Pelham Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9076
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9076
Gr: K-8 | 1,046 student Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Comprehensive Grammar School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Howe Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9051
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9051
Gr: K-8 | 1,033 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Donald P Timony Grammar
(Math: 24% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
45 Pleasant View Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9001
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9001
Gr: K-8 | 1,148 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Tenney Grammar School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
75 Pleasant Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9026
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-9026
Gr: K-8 | 1,264 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
9 Branch Street
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-6000
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 722-6000
Gr: PK | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
01844, Massachusetts 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
180 Pleasant Valley St
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 681-1348
Methuen, MA 01844
(978) 681-1348
Gr: PK | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 01844, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 01844, MA include Methuen High School, Marsh Grammar School and Comprehensive Grammar School.
How many public schools are located in 01844?
6 public schools are located in 01844.
What percentage of students in 01844 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 01844 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 01844?
01844 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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