What types of schools are available in New Bedford, Massachusetts?

New Bedford, Massachusetts offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in New Bedford, Massachusetts

Q: How many schools are in New Bedford, Massachusetts?

There are 27 schools in New Bedford, Massachusetts, serving 16,206 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in New Bedford?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in New Bedford, Massachusetts, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 27 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

16,206

Total Students

Across New Bedford

10.9:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

27 schools found

William H Taylor

publicelementaryPK-5

71 Portland Street, New Bedford, MA 02744

Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical

publichighGrade 9-12

1121 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745

Elizabeth Carter Brooks

publicelementaryK-5

212 Nemasket Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

1097 Braley Rd, New Bedford, MA 02745

50 Hemlock Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

256 Court Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

497 Mill Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

122 Rochambeau Street, New Bedford, MA 02745

445 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745

2203 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02745

561 Allen Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

Alma Del Mar Charter School

charter schoolmiddleK-8

515 Belleville Ave, New Bedford, MA 02746

Global Learning Charter Public School

charter schoolhighGrade 5-12

101 Nye St., New Bedford, MA 02746

705 County Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

145 Essex Street, New Bedford, MA 02745

Sgt Wm H Carney Academy

publicelementaryPK-5

247 Elm Street, New Bedford, MA 02740

Roosevelt Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

119 Frederick Street, New Bedford, MA 02744

120 Katherine Street, New Bedford, MA 02744

Normandin Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

81 Felton St, New Bedford, MA 02745

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

225 Hathaway Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02740

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Detailed Overview of Schools in New Bedford

New Bedford, Massachusetts is home to 27 schools serving over 16,206 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math32%

ELA32%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)20

Moderate (15-20:1)0

Large (>20:1)0

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
2,151 students at Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical
Best ratio: 9:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in New Bedford, Massachusetts?

There are 27 schools in New Bedford, serving 16,206 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in New Bedford?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in New Bedford include schools with ratings of 5.2 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in New Bedford?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in New Bedford is 10.9:1.

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