Serving 784 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Eliot K-8 Innovation School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eliot Elementary serves the northern part of Boston, MA, covering an area of approximately 19 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 3.2 miles and the furthest edge approximately 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eliot K-8 Innovation School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Eliot K-8 Innovation School's student population of 784 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
784 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eliot K-8 Innovation School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eliot K-8 Innovation School is 0.57, 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
#167 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)9.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-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 Eliot K-8 Innovation School's ranking?
Eliot K-8 Innovation School is ranked #167 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Eliot K-8 Innovation School often compared to?
Eliot K-8 Innovation Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren-prescott K-8 School, Quincy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Eliot K-8 Innovation School?
784 students attend Eliot K-8 Innovation School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Eliot K-8 Innovation School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eliot K-8 Innovation School?
Eliot K-8 Innovation School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eliot K-8 Innovation School offer ?
Eliot K-8 Innovation School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eliot K-8 Innovation School part of?
Eliot K-8 Innovation School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Eliot K-8 Innovation School located?
Eliot K-8 Innovation School is located in the North End neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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