Serving 367 students in grades 5-8, Dighton Middle School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dighton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dighton Middle School's student population of 367 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dighton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dighton Middle School is 0.30, 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
#732 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
83%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dighton Middle School's ranking?
Dighton Middle School is ranked #732 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Dighton Middle School often compared to?
Dighton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cyril K. Brennan Middle School, Hastings Middle School, Somerset Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Dighton Middle School?
367 students attend Dighton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dighton Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dighton Middle School?
Dighton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dighton Middle School offer ?
Dighton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dighton Middle School part of?
Dighton Middle School is part of Dighton-Rehoboth School District.
In what neighborhood is Dighton Middle School located?
Dighton Middle School is located in the North Dighton neighborhood of Dighton, MA.
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