Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Winthrop Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winthrop Elementary School's student population of 226 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Winthrop Elementary 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 Winthrop Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1479 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
38%
26%
Black
50%
10%
White
4%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winthrop Elementary School's ranking?
Winthrop Elementary School is ranked #1479 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Winthrop Elementary School often compared to?
Winthrop Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dever Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Winthrop Elementary School?
226 students attend Winthrop Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Winthrop Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winthrop Elementary School?
Winthrop Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winthrop Elementary School offer ?
Winthrop Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winthrop Elementary School part of?
Winthrop Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Winthrop Elementary School located?
Winthrop Elementary School is located in the Roxbury neighborhood of Dorchester, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Roxbury.
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