For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,612 students in 02122, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,233 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 02122, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02122, MA are Dr. William Henderson Lower, Richard J Murphy and Boston Arts Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02122 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 02122, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02122, MA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dr. William Henderson Lower
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1669 Dorchester Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8725
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8725
Grades: PK-1
| 202 students
Rank: #22.
Richard J Murphy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Worrell Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8781
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8781
Grades: PK-8
| 857 students
Rank: #33.
Boston Arts Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11 Charles Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-6470
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-6470
Grades: 9-12
| 490 students
Rank: #44.
Neighborhood House Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Queen Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 825-0703
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 825-0703
Grades: PK-12
| 764 students
Rank: #55.
Thomas J Kenny
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19 Oakton Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8789
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8789
Grades: PK-6
| 337 students
Rank: #66.
Helen Y. Davis Leadership Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
23 Leonard Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 474-7950
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 474-7950
Grades: 6-8
| 138 students
Rank: #77.
Mather
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24 Parish Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8757
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8757
Grades: PK-5
| 493 students
Rank: #88.
Community Of Science And Health
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11 Charles Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8950
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8950
Grades: 9-12
| 331 students
02122, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
11 Charles Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8631
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8631
Grades: 8
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02122, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02122, MA include Dr. William Henderson Lower, Richard J Murphy and Boston Arts Academy.
How many public schools are located in 02122, MA?
8 public schools are located in 02122, MA.
What percentage of students in 02122, MA go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 02122, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02122, MA?
02122, MA public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
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