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Dennis-yarmouth Regional High

High School · Dennis-Yarmouth

210 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth, MA 02664

Enrollment

922

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

8th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,099 of 1,793

In South Yarmouth

#4 of 4

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In district

#6 of 6

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Dennis-yarmouth Regional High

5.7/10

High School in South Yarmouth · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Station Avenue Elementary

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About Dennis-yarmouth Regional High

Dennis-yarmouth Regional High is a public high school in South Yarmouth, MA, part of Dennis-Yarmouth. Dennis-yarmouth Regional High serves approximately 922 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dennis-yarmouth Regional High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,099 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Dennis-yarmouth Regional High show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Dennis-yarmouth Regional High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.6 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation13.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,616
Chronic Absenteeism31.2%

Dennis-yarmouth Regional High — Students at Dennis-yarmouth Regional High score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
50.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 84 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
37.3%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
39.8%
ELA
49.5%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
41.5%
ELA
40.5%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
44.5%
2023
Math
29.3%
ELA
36.3%
2024
Math
25.7%
ELA
31.3%
2025
Math
22.7%
ELA
31.7%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Dennis-yarmouth Regional High Compares

See how Dennis-yarmouth Regional High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in MA
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
13.8% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·23 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

210 Station Avenue, South Yarmouth, MA 02664

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dennis-yarmouth Regional High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical (rated 8.3/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Harwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sturgis Charter Public School (rated 7.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Monomoy Regional High School (rated 7.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Harwich), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Yarmouth, see our South Yarmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth 0.2 mi 8.6
Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth 0.3 mi 6.0
Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth 0.3 mi 6.5
ST PIUS X SCHOOL South Yarmouth 0.5 mi 5.3
Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis 2.2 mi 8.0
Marguerite E Small Elementary West Yarmouth 2.7 mi 7.4
TRINITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Barnstable 4.5 mi 6.6
Sturgis Charter Public School Hyannis 5.0 mi 7.9
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Hyannis 5.1 mi 5.7
ST FRANCIS XAVIER PREP SCHOOL Hyannis 5.1 mi 6.0
Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis 5.3 mi 8.2
Harwich Elementary School Harwich 5.7 mi 7.4
Hyannis West Elementary Hyannis 6.6 mi 2.9
Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich 6.7 mi 8.3
Enoch Cobb Early Learning Center Hyannis 6.6 mi 3.7
Barnstable Intermediate School Hyannis 6.6 mi 3.5
Monomoy Regional High School Harwich 6.6 mi 7.0
Barnstable High Hyannis 6.7 mi 4.4
LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster 7.6 mi 6.1
West Barnstable Elementary West Barnstable 7.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02664 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,796

Median Home Value

$479,400

Median Rent

$1,692/mo

Population

9,720

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

74.4%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

57

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dennis-yarmouth Regional High

What grades does Dennis-yarmouth Regional High serve?

Dennis-yarmouth Regional High serves students in grades 8th through 12th.

How many students attend Dennis-yarmouth Regional High?

Dennis-yarmouth Regional High has an enrollment of approximately 922 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dennis-yarmouth Regional High?

The student-teacher ratio at Dennis-yarmouth Regional High is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dennis-yarmouth Regional High rank in MA?

Dennis-yarmouth Regional High ranks #1,099 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Dennis-yarmouth Regional High's MySchoolScout rating?

Dennis-yarmouth Regional High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Dennis-yarmouth Regional High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dennis-yarmouth Regional High has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dennis-yarmouth Regional High a charter school?

No, Dennis-yarmouth Regional High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dennis-yarmouth Regional High a Title I school?

No, Dennis-yarmouth Regional High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
922
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
86
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.2%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Dennis-Yarmouth
District Enrollment
2,941
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,616
District Rank
#6 of 6

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