Andrew B. Cushman School serves 92 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Attendance Zone: Andrew B. Cushman School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in South Dartmouth, MA, covering approximately 57.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Andrew B. Cushman School's student population of 92 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
92 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Andrew B. Cushman School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
79%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dartmouth Indian
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Andrew B. Cushman School?
92 students attend Andrew B. Cushman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Andrew B. Cushman School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Andrew B. Cushman School?
Andrew B. Cushman School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Andrew B. Cushman School offer ?
Andrew B. Cushman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Andrew B. Cushman School part of?
Andrew B. Cushman School is part of Dartmouth School District.
In what neighborhood is Andrew B. Cushman School located?
Andrew B. Cushman School is located in the Bliss Corner neighborhood of South Dartmouth, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Bliss Corner.
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