Serving 78 students in grades 9-12, Greater Egleston High School 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 <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Greater Egleston Community High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Roxbury, MA, covering approximately 49.8 square miles, with typical drives to the school taking around 10-12 minutes and the furthest edge being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greater Egleston High School's student population of 78 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
78 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Greater Egleston High 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-49%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 15-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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greater Egleston High School?
The graduation rate of Greater Egleston High School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Greater Egleston High School?
78 students attend Greater Egleston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Greater Egleston High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greater Egleston High School?
Greater Egleston High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Greater Egleston High School offer ?
Greater Egleston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greater Egleston High School part of?
Greater Egleston High School is part of Boston School District.
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