Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School

131 Pine Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 403 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 403 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : 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

School Overview

Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School's student population of 403 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 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 0.66. 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
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
29%
10%
White
47%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
(22-23)
15.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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?
403 students attend Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School?
Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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: 403 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : 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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