Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Haley Pilot 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 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Dennis C Haley School serves the southwest part of Roslindale, MA, covering an area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the farthest distance to the zone's edge being about 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Haley Pilot School's student population of 360 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Haley Pilot School 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 Haley Pilot School is 0.68, 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
#1348 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
43%
10%
White
20%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Haley Pilot School's ranking?
Haley Pilot School is ranked #1348 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Haley Pilot School often compared to?
Haley Pilot Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckay K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Haley Pilot School?
360 students attend Haley Pilot School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Haley Pilot School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haley Pilot School?
Haley Pilot School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Haley Pilot School offer ?
Haley Pilot School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Haley Pilot School part of?
Haley Pilot School is part of Boston School District.
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