For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 392 students in South Dartmouth, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in South Dartmouth, MA is Joseph Demello. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Dartmouth, MA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in South Dartmouth have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in South Dartmouth, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in South Dartmouth, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in South Dartmouth, MA include Joseph Demello.
How many public elementary schools are located in South Dartmouth?
1 public elementary schools are located in South Dartmouth.
What is the racial composition of students in South Dartmouth?
South Dartmouth public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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