West Zone Early Learning Center serves 76 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Attendance Zone: The ELC - WEST ZONE serves the southwest part of Jamaica Plain, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 15.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Zone Early Learning Center's student population of 76 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Zone Early Learning Center is 0.62, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
57%
26%
Black
21%
10%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
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 West Zone Early Learning Center?
76 students attend West Zone Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Zone Early Learning Center students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Zone Early Learning Center?
West Zone Early Learning Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Zone Early Learning Center offer ?
West Zone Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Zone Early Learning Center part of?
West Zone Early Learning Center is part of Boston School District.
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