- Albert F Ford Middle School — 1.0 mi · Grades 5–8 · 403 students
- Acushnet Elementary School — 1.2 mi · Grades PK–4 · 517 students
| Metric | Acushnet School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 973 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 2 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $18,037/yr | $17,619/yr | ↑ 2% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
Zip code 02743 is not served by one district for every grade. Acushnet School District runs pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. For grades 9–12, Acushnet students attend high school in a neighboring district — Fairhaven or New Bedford (the Census school-district map files the town's high-school area under both).
| GRADES | DISTRICT | RATING |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K–8 Elementary & middle | Acushnet School District 973 students · 2 schools | 7/10 |
| 9–12 High school | Fairhaven School District 1,844 students · 4 schools | 6/10 |
| 9–12 High school | New Bedford School District 12,640 students · 25 schools | 1/10 |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acushnet School District (this district) | 7/10 | 60th | 973 |
| New Bedford School District | 1/10 | 5th | 12,640 |
| Old Rochester School District | 6/10 | 55th | 1,051 |
| Fairhaven School District | 6/10 | 53rd | 1,844 |
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Ranked against 287 rated districts in MA → 60th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Massachusetts DESE MCAS, grades 3–8 Meeting/Exceeding Expectations, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Acushnet School District
Acushnet School District serves zip code 02743, covering Acushnet, Massachusetts with grades Pre-K – 8th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
Acushnet School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 7/10, placing it in the above average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Massachusetts’ MCAS grades 3–8 assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Massachusetts is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Acushnet School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Massachusetts. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 02743
Children in zip code 02743 are assigned to Acushnet School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 8th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 02743, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Acushnet School District at (508)998-0260 or visit www.acushnetschools.us/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Massachusetts districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Acushnet
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Acushnet School District serves zip code 02743, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 02743 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Massachusetts, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Acushnet School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 02743.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Acushnet School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 02743 data.