Boston Public Schools operates 125 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Boston Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 49,000 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 125 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $23,000/yr | $13,700/yr | ↑ 68% above avg |
| District Type | Urban | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
- Quincy Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 731 students
- Russell Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 356 students
- Beethoven Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 287 students
- Mason Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 205 students
- Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower — Grades PK–1 · 196 students
- Lee Academy — Grades PK–3 · 195 students
- Ellison-Parks Early Education School — Grades PK–3 · 190 students
- East Boston Early Education Center — Grades PK–1 · 176 students
- Haynes Early Education Center — Grades PK–1 · 168 students
- Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy — Grades PK–1 · 165 students
- Higginson Inclusion K0-2 School — Grades PK–2 · 154 students
- West Zone Early Learning Center — Grades PK–1 · 76 students
- Frederick Pilot Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 215 students
- Madison Park Technical Vocational High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,121 students
- Boston Arts Academy — Grades 9–12 · 500 students
- Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy — Grades 9–12 · 490 students
- Snowden International High School — Grades 9–12 · 421 students
- Community Academy of Science and Health — Grades 9–12 · 398 students
- Fenway High School — Grades 9–12 · 362 students
- Excel High School — Grades 9–12 · 301 students
- Another Course To College — Grades 9–12 · 253 students
- Boston Adult Tech Academy — Grades 11–12 · 227 students
- Boston Collaborative High School — Grades 9–12 · 210 students
- Lyon High School — Grades 9–12 · 95 students
- Greater Egleston High School — Grades 9–12 · 78 students
- Community Academy — Grades 9–12 · 58 students
- Boston Latin School — Grades 7–12 · 2,424 students
- Boston Latin Academy — Grades 7–12 · 1,693 students
- O'Bryant School of Math & Science — Grades 7–12 · 1,509 students
- East Boston High School — Grades 7–12 · 1,252 students
- Curley K-8 School — Grades PK–8 · 902 students
- Murphy K-8 School — Grades PK–8 · 855 students
- TechBoston Academy — Grades 7–12 · 850 students
- Eliot K-8 Innovation School — Grades PK–8 · 784 students
- Charlestown High School — Grades 7–12 · 754 students
- English High School — Grades 7–12 · 720 students
- New Mission High School — Grades 7–12 · 715 students
- Orchard Gardens K-8 School — Grades PK–8 · 689 students
- Brighton High School — Grades 7–12 · 667 students
- UP Academy Holland — Grades PK–6 · 641 students
- McKay K-8 School — Grades PK–8 · 640 students
- Mario Umana Academy — Grades PK–8 · 634 students
- Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper — Grades 2–12 · 631 students
- Ruth Batson Academy — Grades 7–12 · 604 students
- Mildred Avenue K-8 School — Grades PK–8 · 601 students
- Blackstone Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 582 students
- Mattahunt Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 581 students
- Sumner Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 576 students
- Dearborn 6-12 STEM Academy — Grades 6–12 · 565 students
- Quincy Upper School — Grades 6–12 · 557 students
- Lee K-8 School — Grades PK–8 · 551 students
- + 57 more other schools
About Boston Public Schools
If you live in ZIP 02108 — Boston, Massachusetts in Suffolk County — your assigned public schools are operated by Boston Public Schools. Its 5/10 rating is roughly in line with the Massachusetts average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district operates 125 schools and serves roughly 49,000 students (one of the larger districts in the state), covering Pre-K – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Boston Public Schools spends approximately $23,000 per student per year, placing it 15% above the Massachusetts state average of approximately $20,000 and well above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts at this funding level typically offer smaller class sizes, broader elective and extracurricular programs, stronger technology infrastructure, and more competitive teacher salaries. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 125 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Boston Public Schools qualifies as a major metropolitan district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. The district enrolls approximately 49,000 students in total. Major metropolitan districts operate dozens to hundreds of schools across wide geographic areas. They often include magnet schools, gifted programs, dual-language academies, and career and technical education pathways not available in smaller systems. Within-district quality variation is significant: a school two miles from your address might be rated very differently from your assigned school.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
With a rating of 5/10 (average), Boston Public Schools ranks among Massachusetts’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Boston Public Schools falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 02108
Children in zip code 02108 are assigned to Boston Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 02108, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Boston Public Schools at (617)635-9050 or visit bostonpublicschools.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Massachusetts districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Boston
For families considering a purchase in the Boston area, district assignment matters financially. Because Boston Public Schools serves zip code 02108, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 02108. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Massachusetts, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Boston Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 02108.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Boston Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 02108 data.