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Best Schools in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts

5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 4
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.4/10
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Use this page to compare every school in South Yarmouth by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Station Avenue Elementary

8.6/10

Elementary · Dennis-yarmouth. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School

6.5/10

Elementary · Dennis-yarmouth. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Dennis-yarmouth Middle School

6.0/10

Middle · Dennis-yarmouth. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in South Yarmouth for 2026 are Station Avenue Elementary (8.6/10), Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School (6.5/10), and Dennis-yarmouth Middle School (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Schools

5

4 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.4

out of 10

Median Home

$479,400

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in South Yarmouth

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Station Avenue Elementary 8.6 / 10
2 Dennis-yarmouth Intermediate School 6.5 / 10
3 Dennis-yarmouth Middle School 6.0 / 10
4 Dennis-yarmouth Regional High 5.7 / 10
5 St Pius X School 5.3 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.4/10

20% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$78,796

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$479,400

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
38%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
25 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
74%

Of occupied housing units

How South Yarmouth compares

Massachusetts rank

#119 of 238

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.1

above Massachusetts avg (6.3)

Median household income

$79k

69% of Massachusetts median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts

South Yarmouth, Massachusetts is home to 5 schools, including 4 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in South Yarmouth show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in South Yarmouth is Station Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

South Yarmouth is served by 1 school district: Dennis-Yarmouth. These districts collectively serve 2,941 students.

South Yarmouth's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,796. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 02664 (5)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 432 students · Kindergarten–3rd 8.6
2 510 students · 4th–5th 6.5
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 201 students · Pre-K–8th 5.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 445 students · 6th–7th 6.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 922 students · 8th–12th 5.7

Schools in South Yarmouth

South Yarmouth, Massachusetts · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$78,796

Median Home Value

$479,400

Median Rent

$1,692/mo

Population

9,720

College Educated

38%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Community Profile

South Yarmouth has a median household income of $78,796. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $479,400, with a median rent of $1,692/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts

How many schools are in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

South Yarmouth has 5 schools, including 4 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in South Yarmouth is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked school in South Yarmouth on MySchoolScout is Station Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked elementary school in South Yarmouth on MySchoolScout is Station Avenue Elementary with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best middle school in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked middle school in South Yarmouth on MySchoolScout is Dennis-yarmouth Middle School with a composite score of 6.0/10.

What is the best high school in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

The top-ranked high school in South Yarmouth on MySchoolScout is Dennis-yarmouth Regional High with a composite score of 5.7/10.

How many school districts serve South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

South Yarmouth is served by 1 school district: Dennis-yarmouth.

What is the education level in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

According to Census data, 38% of adults in South Yarmouth have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

The median household income in South Yarmouth is approximately $78,796 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

Yes, South Yarmouth has 1 private school alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Pius X School with a score of 5.3/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in South Yarmouth is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in South Yarmouth, Massachusetts?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.