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Best High Schools in Dorchester, Massachusetts

Compare 11 high schools in Dorchester. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

11
High Schools
Public & Charter Schools
14,279
Total Students
Across Dorchester
10.8:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
11 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score23%
ELA Assessment Score27%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)9 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,693 students at Boston Latin Academy.
  • ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

About High Schools in Dorchester

Dorchester, Massachusetts offers 11 high schools providing comprehensive education for students preparing for college and careers. These schools offer diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and advanced placement courses.

Boston Latin Academy

publichighGrade 7-12
205 Townsend Street, Dorchester, MA 02121
6.9
Rating
Students
1,693
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
76%
Math Proficiency
61%

Boston Collegiate Charter School

charter schoolhighGrade 5-12
11 Mayhew Street, Dorchester, MA 02125
4
Rating
Students
708
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
41%
Math Proficiency
39%

Neighborhood House Charter School

charter schoolhighPK-12
21 Queen Street, Dorchester, MA 02122
3.2
Rating
Students
786
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
27%

Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper

publichighK2-12
18 Croftland Av, Dorchester, MA 02124
2.4
Rating
Students
631
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
23%

Albert D Holland School Of Technology

publichighGrade 7-12
60 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA 02121
2.2
Rating
Students
399
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
22%

Community Academy Of Science And Health

publichighGrade 9-12
11 Charles Street, Dorchester, MA 02122
2
Rating
Students
398
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
24.5%

Ruth Batson Academy

publichighGrade 7-12
315 Mt Vernon St, Dorchester, MA 02125
1.3
Rating
Students
604
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
8%

Techboston Academy

publichighGrade 7-12
9 Peacevale Road, Dorchester, MA 02124
1.3
Rating
Students
850
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
8%

Codman Academy Charter Public School

charter schoolhighPK-12
637 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA 02124
1.2
Rating
Students
344
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
12%

Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy

publichighGrade 9-12
100 Maxwell St, Dorchester, MA 02124
1
Rating
Students
490
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
10%

Carter School

publichighGrade 8-12
270 Columbia Rd, Dorchester, MA 02121
N/A
Rating
Students
28
Student-Teacher
28:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many high schools are in Dorchester, Massachusetts?

There are several high schools in Dorchester, offering diverse academic programs, extracurricular activities, and college preparation courses.

What is the best high school in Dorchester?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated high schools in Dorchester include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all high schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Dorchester?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Dorchester is 10.8:1.