Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Boston Teachers Union School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boston Teachers Union School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Boston Teachers Union School's student population of 290 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boston Teachers Union School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boston Teachers Union School is 0.72, 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
#531 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
33%
23%
Black
25%
10%
White
34%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
35%
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 School's ranking?
Boston Teachers Union School is ranked #531 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Boston Teachers Union School often compared to?
Boston Teachers Union Schoolis 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Boston Teachers Union School?
290 students attend Boston Teachers Union School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Boston Teachers Union School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boston Teachers Union School?
Boston Teachers Union School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boston Teachers Union School offer ?
Boston Teachers Union School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Boston Teachers Union School part of?
Boston Teachers Union School is part of Boston School District.
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