Serving 582 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blackstone 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 8% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-6
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Blackstone school serves the northern part of its district in Boston, MA, covering an area of approximately 19 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 5.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackstone Elementary School's student population of 582 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
582 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Blackstone Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackstone Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1608 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)43.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
5%
Showing 2000–2013. Full 15-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 is Blackstone Elementary School's ranking?
Blackstone Elementary School is ranked #1608 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Blackstone Elementary School often compared to?
Blackstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quincy Elementary School, Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Blackstone Elementary School?
582 students attend Blackstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Blackstone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackstone Elementary School?
Blackstone Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blackstone Elementary School offer ?
Blackstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blackstone Elementary School part of?
Blackstone Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackstone Elementary School located?
Blackstone Elementary School is located in the South End neighborhood of Boston, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South End.
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