Serving 555 students in grades 6-8, Dedham Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dedham Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Dedham, MA, and encompasses approximately 10.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dedham Middle School's student population of 555 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
555 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1645
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dedham Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dedham Middle School is 0.58, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#779 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dedham Middle School's ranking?
Dedham Middle School is ranked #779 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Dedham Middle School often compared to?
Dedham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles S Pierce Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Dedham Middle School?
555 students attend Dedham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Dedham Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dedham Middle School?
Dedham Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dedham Middle School offer ?
Dedham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dedham Middle School part of?
Dedham Middle School is part of Dedham School District.
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