Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mendell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Ellis Mendell school serves the southwest part of Roxbury, MA, covering an area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.9 miles, and the furthest edge reaching 5.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mendell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mendell Elementary School's student population of 309 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Transforming lives through educational excellence.
School Rankings
Mendell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mendell Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#607 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)27.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
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 Mendell Elementary School's ranking?
Mendell Elementary School is ranked #607 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mendell Elementary School often compared to?
Mendell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hale Elementary School, Brooke Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mendell Elementary School?
309 students attend Mendell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Mendell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mendell Elementary School?
Mendell Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mendell Elementary School offer ?
Mendell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mendell Elementary School part of?
Mendell Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Mendell Elementary School located?
Mendell Elementary School is located in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Roxbury, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Jamaica Plain.
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