Serving 787 students in grades 6-8, Dartmouth Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dartmouth Middle School's student population of 787 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dartmouth Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dartmouth Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#514 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
86%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Dartmouth Indian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dartmouth Middle School's ranking?
Dartmouth Middle School is ranked #514 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Dartmouth Middle School often compared to?
Dartmouth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freetown-lakeville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Dartmouth Middle School?
787 students attend Dartmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dartmouth Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dartmouth Middle School?
Dartmouth Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dartmouth Middle School offer ?
Dartmouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dartmouth Middle School part of?
Dartmouth Middle School is part of Dartmouth School District.
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