Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Tobin 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 10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 95% 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-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Maurice J Tobin School is located in the northern part of Roxbury Crossing, MA, covering approximately 19 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tobin K-8 School's student population of 364 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We are lifelong learners, leaders and global citizens.
School Rankings
Tobin 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 Tobin K-8 School is 0.54, which is less 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
#1573 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)56.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
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 Tobin K-8 School's ranking?
Tobin K-8 School is ranked #1573 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Tobin K-8 School often compared to?
Tobin K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trotter Elementary School, Higginson-lewis K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Tobin K-8 School?
364 students attend Tobin K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Tobin K-8 School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tobin K-8 School?
Tobin K-8 School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tobin K-8 School offer ?
Tobin K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tobin K-8 School part of?
Tobin K-8 School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Tobin K-8 School located?
Tobin K-8 School is located in the Roxbury neighborhood of Roxbury Crossing, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Roxbury.
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