Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than 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).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Boston Teachers Union School serves the southwest area of Jamaica Plain, MA, covering approximately 15.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot's student population of 249 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot 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 Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot is 0.72, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1166 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
41%
26%
Black
22%
10%
White
25%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot's ranking?
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot is ranked #1166 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot often compared to?
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilotis often viewed alongside schools like Brooke Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot?
249 students attend Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot?
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot offer ?
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot part of?
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot is part of Boston School District.
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