Excellent
#316 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 18% in state
Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary
Elementary School · Stoughton
131 Pine Street, Stoughton, MA 02072
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
389
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#316 of 1,793
In Stoughton
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Stoughton
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary
Elementary School in Stoughton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary
Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary is a public elementary school in Stoughton, MA, part of Stoughton. Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary serves approximately 389 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary — Students at Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.9/10.
How Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary Compares
See how Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
131 Pine Street, Stoughton, MA 02072
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Dean S Luce (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Canton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Helen Hansen Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Stoughton, see our Stoughton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edwin A Jones Early Childhood Center Stoughton | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| AHAVATH TORAH CONGREGATION Stoughton | 0.9 mi | — |
| Stoughton High Stoughton | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School Stoughton | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Joseph H Gibbons Stoughton | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| South Elementary Stoughton | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| DBA:CLARKE SCHOOL BOSTON Canton | 2.3 mi | — |
| Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical Canton | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Dean S Luce Canton | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| THE BLUE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Canton | 3.2 mi | — |
| Avon Middle High School Avon | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Martin E Young Elementary Randolph | 2.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Randolph Community Middle Randolph | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Randolph High Randolph | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Ralph D Butler Avon | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Margaret L Donovan Randolph | 3.6 mi | 3.7 |
| BOSTON HIGASHI SCHOOL Randolph | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Huntington Therapeutic Day School Brockton | 3.5 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,164
Median Home Value
$496,700
Median Rent
$1,993/mo
Population
29,074
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
43.4
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| Academy Avenue Weymouth, MA | 8.1 |
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| Elmer S Bagnall Groveland, MA | 8.1 |
| Fort River Elementary Amherst, MA | 8.1 |
| Gardner Pilot Academy Allston, MA | 8.1 |
| Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary
What grades does Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary serve?
Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary?
Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 389 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary rank in MA?
Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary ranks #316 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary a charter school?
No, Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary a Title I school?
No, Joseph R Dawe JR Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 389
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (781) 344-7007
Resources & Links
District
Stoughton- District Enrollment
- 3,686
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,473
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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