Mildred Avenue K-8 School

5 Mildred Avenue
Mattapan, MA 02126
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mildred Avenue K-8 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 7% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 590 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Mildred Avenue K-8 School's student population of 590 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers

School Rankings

Mildred Avenue K-8 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 Mildred Avenue K-8 School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1568 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
7%
42%
17%
44%
6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
35%
25%
Black
57%
10%
White
3%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mildred Avenue K-8 School's ranking?
Mildred Avenue K-8 School is ranked #1568 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mildred Avenue K-8 School often compared to?
Mildred Avenue K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Young Achievers K-8 School, Ellisonparks Early Education School, Kipp Academy Boston Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mildred Avenue K-8 School?
590 students attend Mildred Avenue K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mildred Avenue K-8 School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mildred Avenue K-8 School?
Mildred Avenue K-8 School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mildred Avenue K-8 School offer ?
Mildred Avenue K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mildred Avenue K-8 School part of?
Mildred Avenue K-8 School is part of Boston School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 590 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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