Phyllis Wheatley Middle School serves 349 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
22%
25%
Black
75%
10%
White
3%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (00-01)
66%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (00-01)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Phyllis Wheatley Middle School?
349 students attend Phyllis Wheatley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Phyllis Wheatley Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Phyllis Wheatley Middle School offer ?
Phyllis Wheatley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Phyllis Wheatley Middle School part of?
Phyllis Wheatley Middle School is part of Boston School District.
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