For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,386 students in 02748, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 66 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 02748, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02748, MA are Dartmouth High School and Joseph Demello. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02748 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02748, MA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02748, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dartmouth High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
555 Bakerville Road
South Dartmouth, MA 02748
(508) 961-2700
South Dartmouth, MA 02748
(508) 961-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 902 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Joseph Demello
(Math: 52% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
654 Dartmouth Street
South Dartmouth, MA 02748
(508) 996-6750
South Dartmouth, MA 02748
(508) 996-6750
Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
746 Dartmouth Street
South Dartmouth, MA 02748
(508) 996-3926
South Dartmouth, MA 02748
(508) 996-3926
Gr: PK | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02748, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02748, MA include Dartmouth High School and Joseph Demello.
How many public schools are located in 02748?
3 public schools are located in 02748.
What percentage of students in 02748 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 02748 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02748?
02748 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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