For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school in the neighborhood of Dorchester, Boston, MA.
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Dorchester, Boston, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Boston Arts Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
174 Ipswich Street
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 635-6470
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 635-6470
Gr: 9-12 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Dorchester, Boston, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Dorchester, Boston, MA include Boston Arts Academy.
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