For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 917 students in 02118, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 434 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 02118, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02118, MA are Hurley K-8 School and Blackstone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02118 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02118, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02118, MA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hurley K-8 School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
70 Worcester Street
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8489
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8489
Gr: PK-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Blackstone Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
380 Shawmut Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8471
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8471
Gr: PK-6 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02118, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02118, MA include Hurley K-8 School and Blackstone Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02118?
2 public schools are located in 02118.
What percentage of students in 02118 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 02118 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02118?
02118 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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