For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,119 students in 02121, MA.
The top ranked public high schools in 02121, MA are Boston Latin Academy, Carter School and Burke High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 02121 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 02121, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02121 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Massachusetts average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Boston Latin Academy, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public high school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02121, MA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Boston Latin Academy
(Math: 57% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Townsend Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9957
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9957
Grades: 7-12
| 1,693 students
Rank: #22.
Carter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
270 Columbia Rd
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9832
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9832
Grades: 7-12
| 31 students
Rank: #33.
Burke High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
60 Washington Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9837
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-9837
Grades: 7-12
| 395 students
02121, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 Maxwell Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8212
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8212
Grades: 6-8
| 249 students
206 Magnolia Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8253
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8253
Grades: PK-5
| 219 students
2 Mclellan Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8648
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8648
Grades: K-5
| 150 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 02121, MA?
The top ranked public high schools in 02121, MA include Boston Latin Academy, Carter School and Burke High School.
How many public high schools are located in 02121?
3 public high schools are located in 02121.
What is the racial composition of students in 02121?
02121 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public high schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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