Schools in Zip Code 02557

The 02557 zip code area of Massachusetts is home to two schools - Martha's Vineyard Regional High School and Oak Bluffs Elementary School. While both schools serve the Martha's Vineyard and Oak Bluffs districts, they exhibit notable differences in their academic performance and resource allocation.

Martha's Vineyard Regional High School stands out as a strong performer, ranking in the top 40% of Massachusetts high schools and maintaining a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a high 4-year graduation rate of 87.9% and a low dropout rate of 6.4%. Additionally, Martha's Vineyard Regional High School consistently outperforms the state average on MCAS Next Generation assessments in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. In contrast, Oak Bluffs Elementary School's performance is more mixed, with some grade levels exceeding the state average on MCAS assessments while others fall behind.

The data also reveals differences in resource allocation between the two schools. Martha's Vineyard Regional High School spends significantly more per student ($32,790) compared to Oak Bluffs Elementary School ($25,839), which may contribute to the high school's stronger academic performance. Both schools maintain relatively low student-teacher ratios, with Martha's Vineyard Regional High School at 8.4 and Oak Bluffs Elementary at 7.9, suggesting that students receive more individualized attention and support.