For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,641 students in 02122, MA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02122, MA are Murphy K-8 School and Neighborhood House Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 02122 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 02122, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02122, MA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Murphy K-8 School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Worrell Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8781
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 635-8781
Gr: PK-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Neighborhood House Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 Queen Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 825-0703
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 825-0703
Gr: PK-12 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02122, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02122, MA include Murphy K-8 School and Neighborhood House Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02122?
2 public middle schools are located in 02122.
What is the racial composition of students in 02122?
02122 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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