Serving 445 students in grades 6-7, Dennis-yarmouth Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dennis-yarmouth Middle School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Dennis-yarmouth Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dennis-yarmouth Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1113 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
11%
10%
White
65%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dennis-yarmouth Middle School's ranking?
Dennis-yarmouth Middle School is ranked #1113 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Dennis-yarmouth Middle School often compared to?
Dennis-yarmouth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bourne Middle School, Monomoy Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Dennis-yarmouth Middle School?
445 students attend Dennis-yarmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dennis-yarmouth Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dennis-yarmouth Middle School?
Dennis-yarmouth Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dennis-yarmouth Middle School offer ?
Dennis-yarmouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dennis-yarmouth Middle School part of?
Dennis-yarmouth Middle School is part of Dennis-Yarmouth School District.
In what neighborhood is Dennis-yarmouth Middle School located?
Dennis-yarmouth Middle School is located in the West Yarmouth neighborhood of South Yarmouth, MA.
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