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#331 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 18% in state

Dartmouth Middle

Middle School · Dartmouth

366 Slocum Road, North Dartmouth, MA 02747

Enrollment

787

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

8.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#331 of 1,793

In North Dartmouth

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Dartmouth

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Dartmouth Middle

8.0/10

Middle School in North Dartmouth · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

James M. Quinn School

7.4/10

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4.3/10

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About Dartmouth Middle

Dartmouth Middle is a public middle school in North Dartmouth, MA, part of Dartmouth. Dartmouth Middle serves approximately 787 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Dartmouth Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #331 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Dartmouth Middle show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+18.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.2 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment6.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,799
Chronic Absenteeism15.5%

Dartmouth Middle — Students at Dartmouth Middle score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
56.2%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57.8%
ELA
61.2%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
41.8%
ELA
52.8%
2022
Math
55.4%
ELA
52.2%
2023
Math
54.3%
ELA
55%
2024
Math
59%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
58%
ELA
56.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Dartmouth Middle Compares

See how Dartmouth Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
82th percentile in MA
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
79 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

Location

366 Slocum Road, North Dartmouth, MA 02747

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dartmouth Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OUR SISTERS' SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby New Bedford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Keith Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby New Bedford), a more accessible option. For more schools in North Dartmouth, see our North Dartmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
James M. Quinn School Dartmouth 0.2 mi 7.4
BISHOP STANG HIGH SCHOOL North Dartmouth 0.7 mi 4.3
OUR SISTERS' SCHOOL New Bedford 0.5 mi 7.9
FRIENDS ACADEMY North Dartmouth 0.9 mi 6.9
Thomas R Rodman New Bedford 1.0 mi 3.2
Elizabeth Carter Brooks New Bedford 1.3 mi 6.9
Betsey B Winslow New Bedford 1.0 mi 4.4
NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Bedford 1.6 mi 6.3
Keith Middle School New Bedford 1.5 mi 6.8
MEETING STREET/THE SCHWARTZ CENTER North Dartmouth 1.3 mi 7.7
Ellen R Hathaway New Bedford 1.3 mi 4.8
New Bedford High New Bedford 1.5 mi 5.5
KIDDIE KAMPUS North Dartmouth 1.4 mi
Trinity Day Academy New Bedford 1.6 mi 5.7
Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford 1.8 mi 3.1
Joseph Demello South Dartmouth 2.0 mi 7.9
James B Congdon New Bedford 1.7 mi 4.4
Whaling City Junior/Senior High School New Bedford 1.8 mi 4.6
HOLY FAMILY HOLY NAME SCHOOL New Bedford 1.8 mi 5.8
ST JAMES - ST JOHN SCHOOL New Bedford 1.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02747 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,665

Median Home Value

$460,400

Median Rent

$1,384/mo

Population

21,500

College Educated

33.4%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

28.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

39.1

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Charles S Pierce Middle Milton, MA 8.0
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Duxbury Middle Duxbury, MA 8.1
Hopkinton Middle School Hopkinton, MA 8.1
Norwell Middle School Norwell, MA 8.1
Robert H. Adams Middle School Holliston, MA 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dartmouth Middle

What grades does Dartmouth Middle serve?

Dartmouth Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Dartmouth Middle?

Dartmouth Middle has an enrollment of approximately 787 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dartmouth Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Dartmouth Middle is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dartmouth Middle rank in MA?

Dartmouth Middle ranks #331 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Dartmouth Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Dartmouth Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Dartmouth Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dartmouth Middle has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dartmouth Middle a charter school?

No, Dartmouth Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dartmouth Middle a Title I school?

No, Dartmouth Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
787
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
79
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.5%

District

Dartmouth
District Enrollment
3,351
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,799
District Rank
#1 of 6

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