Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Beethoven Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Attendance Zone: Beethoven serves the southwest part of West Roxbury, MA, covering an attendance area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beethoven Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Beethoven Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Beethoven Elementary School often compared to?
Beethoven Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kilmer K-8 School, Ohrenberger School, Lyndon K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% MA state average).
How many students attend Beethoven Elementary School?
287 students attend Beethoven Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Beethoven Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beethoven Elementary School?
Beethoven Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beethoven Elementary School offer ?
Beethoven Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beethoven Elementary School part of?
Beethoven Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
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