Compass in Dorchester, MA, is a co–ed special education school serving students in grades K–12 within a nonsectarian, city–based community.
Founded in 1974, the school currently enrolls 59 students with a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 supported by 16 teachers.
The student body is diverse, with over 91% of students identified as students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in Massachusetts for diversity.
Compass operates without religious affiliation or membership in educational associations, focusing on special education within an urban environment.
Tuition and financial details are not specified, and enrollment reflects a small school setting in the Dorchester neighborhood.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Compass ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1974
Student Body
Total Students
59 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Compass?
The application deadline for Compass is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Compass is Cristo Rey Boston High School (0.7 miles away)
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The nearest preschool is Yawkey Konbit Kreyol Center (0.6 miles away)
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