For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,728 students in 02124, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,117 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 02124, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02124, MA are Brooke Charter School, Lee Academy and Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02124 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02124, MA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02124, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brooke Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 American Legion Highway
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 874-5515
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 874-5515
Gr: K-12 | 2,216 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Lee Academy
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25 Dunbar Avenue
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8618
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8618
Gr: PK-3 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18 Croftland Av
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-6365
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-6365
Gr: 2-12 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
40 School Street
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8681
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8681
Gr: PK-6 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Shaw-taylor Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
429 Norfolk Street
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8777
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8777
Gr: PK-6 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Codman Academy Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
637 Washington Street
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 287-0700
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 287-0700
Gr: PK-12 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #77.
Techboston Academy
(Math: 5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9 Peacevale Road
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-1615
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-1615
Gr: 7-12 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
35 Westville Street
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8810
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8810
Gr: PK-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Maxwell St
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-9373
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-9373
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Lee K-8 School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
155 Talbot Avenue
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8687
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8687
Gr: PK-8 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
02124, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9 Peacevale Road
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8910
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8910
Gr: 9-12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Brooke Charter School Mattapan (Closed 2023)
Charter School
150 American Legion Highway
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 268-1006
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 268-1006
Gr: K-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
25 Dunbar Ave
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8618
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8618
Gr: PK | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
25 Dunbar Ave
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8618
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8618
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
100 Maxwell Street
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8764
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8764
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Grove Hall Preparatory Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
214 Harvard St
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 979-0115
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 979-0115
Gr: 5 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
35 Westville St
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8810
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8810
Gr: PK-5 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
22 Regina Road
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8773
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8773
Gr: PK-5 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
9 Peacevale Road
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-9730
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-9730
Gr: 9-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
18 Croftland Ave
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-1615
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-1615
Gr: 6-9 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
9 Peacevale Rd
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-1615
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-1615
Gr: 10-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
18 Croftland Avenue
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8827
Dorchester Center, MA 02124
(617) 635-8827
Gr: 6-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02124, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02124, MA include Brooke Charter School, Lee Academy and Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper.
How many public schools are located in 02124?
10 public schools are located in 02124.
What percentage of students in 02124 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 02124 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02124?
02124 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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