For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,120 students in 02121, MA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 02121, MA are Boston Latin Academy, Carter School and Albert D Holland School Of Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 02121 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 02121, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02121 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Massachusetts average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Boston Latin Academy, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02121, MA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Boston Latin Academy
(Math: 57% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Townsend Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9957
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9957
Gr: 7-12 | 1,693 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Carter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
270 Columbia Rd
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9832
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9832
Gr: 8-12 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Albert D Holland School Of Technology
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
60 Washington Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9837
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9837
Gr: 7-12 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
02121, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Maxwell Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8212
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8212
Gr: 6-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
206 Magnolia Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8253
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8253
Gr: PK-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
2 Mclellan Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8648
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8648
Gr: K-5 | 150 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 02121, MA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 02121, MA include Boston Latin Academy, Carter School and Albert D Holland School Of Technology.
How many public high schools are located in 02121?
3 public high schools are located in 02121.
What is the racial composition of students in 02121?
02121 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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