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#621 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 35% in state

Dighton Middle School

Middle School · Dighton-Rehoboth

1250R Somerset Avenue, Dighton, MA 02715

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#621 of 1,793

In Dighton

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Dighton-Rehoboth

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Dighton Middle School

7.0/10

Middle School in Dighton · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.6/10

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About Dighton Middle School

Dighton Middle School is a public middle school in Dighton, MA, part of Dighton-Rehoboth. Dighton Middle School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dighton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #621 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Dighton Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Dighton Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+1.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.5 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,484
Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

Dighton Middle School — Students at Dighton Middle School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 116 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
52%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
39.3%
ELA
51.5%
2019
Math
46.2%
ELA
49.8%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
21.8%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2023
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
39.2%
2025
Math
42.2%
ELA
50.8%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Dighton Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

Location

1250R Somerset Avenue, Dighton, MA 02715

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dighton Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Berkley Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Berkley), with a comparable rating. Another option is John F Parker Middle (rated 4.9/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Taunton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Benjamin Friedman Middle (rated 4.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Taunton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dighton, see our Dighton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Dighton Elementary Dighton 0.1 mi 4.6
Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton 0.4 mi 7.6
Berkley Community School Berkley 1.7 mi 5.9
Berkley Middle School Berkley 2.1 mi 6.2
Edward F. Leddy Preschool Taunton 3.9 mi 2.9
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton 4.0 mi 5.5
CRYSTAL SPRINGS INC. Assonet 3.9 mi 6.4
North Elementary Somerset 4.1 mi 8.2
H H Galligan Taunton 4.6 mi 3.5
Edmund Hatch Bennett Taunton 4.8 mi 5.3
Taunton Alternative High School Taunton 4.7 mi 4.9
James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton 4.8 mi 5.8
Chace Street Somerset 5.1 mi 6.3
Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School North Dighton 4.0 mi 5.6
Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton 4.6 mi 8.0
Taunton High Taunton 5.3 mi 4.7
Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton 5.8 mi 4.8
John F Parker Middle Taunton 5.3 mi 4.9
Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton 6.0 mi 4.9
Elizabeth Pole Taunton 5.5 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$137,500

Median Home Value

$479,100

Median Rent

$1,349/mo

Population

3,778

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

95.2%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

48.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dighton Middle School

What grades does Dighton Middle School serve?

Dighton Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Dighton Middle School?

Dighton Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dighton Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dighton Middle School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dighton Middle School rank in MA?

Dighton Middle School ranks #621 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Dighton Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dighton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Dighton Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dighton Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dighton Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Dighton Middle School a Title I school?

No, Dighton Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

District

Dighton-Rehoboth
District Enrollment
2,549
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,484
District Rank
#1 of 5

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