For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,668 students in 02026, MA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,580 private students). 62% of all K-12 students in 02026, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02026, MA are Dedham High School, Greenlodge and Riverdale. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02026 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02026, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02026, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dedham High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
140 Whiting Avenue
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-1100
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Greenlodge
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
191 Greenlodge Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-4000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-4000
Gr: 1-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Riverdale
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
143 Needham Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-2000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-2000
Gr: 1-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Oakdale
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
147 Cedar Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-6000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-6000
Gr: 1-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Dedham Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
70 Whiting Avenue
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-7000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Avery
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
336 High Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-5000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-5000
Gr: 1-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
1100 High Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-8000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-8000
Gr: PK-K | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02026, MA?
How many public schools are located in 02026?
7 public schools are located in 02026.
What percentage of students in 02026 go to public school?
62% of all K-12 students in 02026 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02026?
02026 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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