Serving 711 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Josiah Quincy 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 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Josiah Quincy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Josiah Quincy's student population of 711 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Josiah Quincy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Josiah Quincy is 0.58, which is less 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
#663 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
62%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
12%
10%
White
11%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
35%
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 Josiah Quincy's ranking?
Josiah Quincy is ranked #663 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Josiah Quincy often compared to?
Josiah Quincyis often viewed alongside schools like Eliot Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Josiah Quincy?
711 students attend Josiah Quincy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Josiah Quincy students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Josiah Quincy?
Josiah Quincy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Josiah Quincy offer ?
Josiah Quincy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Josiah Quincy part of?
Josiah Quincy is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Josiah Quincy located?
Josiah Quincy is located in the Chinatown neighborhood of Boston, MA.
School Reviews
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THIS SCHOOL IS VERY GOOD..
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THIS SCHOOL IS VERY GOOD THIS IS VERY GOOD SCHOOL.
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