Serving 2,416 students in grades 7-12, Boston Latin ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boston Latin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Boston Latin's student population of 2,416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boston Latin ranks within the top 1% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boston Latin is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 1631 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
7%
Hispanic
14%
23%
Black
10%
10%
White
42%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boston Latin's ranking?
Boston Latin is ranked #7 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Boston Latin often compared to?
Boston Latinis often viewed alongside schools like Boston Latin Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boston Latin?
The graduation rate of Boston Latin is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Boston Latin?
2,416 students attend Boston Latin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Boston Latin students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boston Latin?
Boston Latin has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boston Latin offer ?
Boston Latin offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Boston Latin part of?
Boston Latin is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Boston Latin located?
Boston Latin is located in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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