For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,555 students in 02026, MA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,564 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 Oakdale. 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 47% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02026, MA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02026, MA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dedham High School
Magnet 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
Grades: 9-12
| 715 students
Rank: #22.
Greenlodge
Magnet School
(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
Grades: 1-5
| 277 students
Rank: #33.
Oakdale
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
147 Cedar Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-6000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-6000
Grades: 1-5
| 245 students
Rank: #44.
Riverdale
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
143 Needham Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-2000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-2000
Grades: 1-5
| 174 students
Rank: #55.
Dedham Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
70 Whiting Avenue
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-7000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-7000
Grades: 6-8
| 540 students
Rank: #66.
Avery
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
336 High Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-5000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-5000
Grades: 1-5
| 297 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
1100 High Street
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-8000
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 310-8000
Grades: PK-K
| 307 students
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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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