Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Boston Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boston Elementary School serves the southern part of the Williamsburg, KY school district, covering an area of approximately 34.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 7.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Boston Elementary School's student population of 206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
Making Great Things Happen
School Rankings
Boston Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boston Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#338 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
97%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boston Elementary School's ranking?
Boston Elementary School is ranked #338 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Boston Elementary School often compared to?
Boston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitley County North Elementary School, Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Boston Elementary School?
206 students attend Boston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Boston Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boston Elementary School?
Boston Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boston Elementary School offer ?
Boston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boston Elementary School part of?
Boston Elementary School is part of Whitley County School District.
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