Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School

131 Pine Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 389 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School's student population of 389 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#982 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
35-39%
42%
35-39%
44%
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
25%
10%
White
48%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School is ranked #982 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School?
389 students attend Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School?
Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School offer ?
Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School part of?
Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School is part of Stoughton School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 389 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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