For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 7-12 | 1,693 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
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
Gr: 7-12 | 31 students Minority enrollment: 87%
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
Gr: 7-12 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
02121, Massachusetts 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Maxwell Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8212
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8212
Gr: 6-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
206 Magnolia Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8253
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8253
Gr: PK-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
2 Mclellan Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8648
Dorchester, MA 02121
(617) 635-8648
Gr: K-5 | 150 students Minority enrollment: 98%
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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