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📍 Roxbury, US

School District for
Zip Code 02114

Boston School District · Grades Pre-K – 12th

6
out of 10 Rating Average
Based on NCES 2024-2025 data
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How does the Boston School District rating compare to other districts in MA?
The Boston School District has an overall rating of 6/10 (Average) based on NCES data including per-pupil spending, student-teacher ratio, and enrollment trends. Use our best districts in MA page to compare with other districts statewide.
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School District · Roxbury, US
Boston School District
📍 US · Zip Code 02114
6/10
Rating
Students
117
Schools
Pre-K – 12th
Grade Span
Average About this district: Public school district serving Boston, MA ·
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025
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Grades Served
Pre-K – 12th
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District Phone
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District Website
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District Office
2300 Washington Street, Roxbury, MA 02119
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District Type
Supervisory Union
Assigned Schools for Zip 02114
Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district
Schools in Boston School District108 schools · NCES 2024
🏫 Elementary Schools (12)
  • 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
📚 Middle Schools (1)
  • Frederick Pilot Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 215 students
🎓 High Schools (13)
  • 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
🏠 Other Schools (82)
  • 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
Source: NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via Urban Institute. School assignment within a zip code depends on your exact address — confirm with the district.
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Elementary Schools
Pre-K – 5th Grade · Grades ?
👥 enrollment data unavailable enrolled
Academic Rating5/10 — Average
District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricBoston School DistrictNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment3,700Data not available
Number of Schools1176Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$20,400/yr (est.)$13,700/yrState avg est.
District TypeSupervisory UnionPublic District
Overall Rating6/10 — AverageNear average
🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER
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Always verify before deciding: Contact Boston School District directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Boston School District serve?
Boston School District serves students from Pre-K – 12th. The district operates schools at multiple levels to serve all students in zip code 02114. Contact the district directly to confirm grade configurations at specific schools.
How do I contact Boston School District?
You can reach Boston School District via phone: (617)635-9050 or website: bostonpublicschools.org. The district office can help with school assignment questions, enrollment, registration, and general inquiries about programs and services in zip code 02114.
Is Boston School District a public school district?
Boston School District is classified as a supervisory union. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 02114, contact Boston School District directly.

About Boston School District

Families searching for schools in Boston, Massachusetts (ZIP 02114) are zoned to Boston School District in Suffolk County. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Massachusetts districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Use the district statistics and boundary map above to confirm the area, then verify your exact school assignment with the district before making a housing decision.

Funding and Resources

According to NCES 2024–2025, Boston School District spends approximately $20,400 per student per year, placing it near 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 multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Boston School District qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Boston School District to learn about available programs and services.

Understanding the 6/10 Rating

With a rating of 6/10 (average), Boston School District 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 School District 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 02114

Children in zip code 02114 are assigned to Boston School District 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 02114, 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 School District 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 School District serves zip code 02114, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 02114 and neighboring areas. 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 School District 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 02114.

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 School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 02114 data.

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District at a Glance
Overall Rating6/10
GradeAverage
Grades ServedPre-K – 12th
District TypeSupervisory Union
Total Students~N/A
Total Schools117
Per-Pupil Spending$20,400/yr (est.)
Phone(617)635-9050
Data SourceNCES 2024
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School district assignments are estimates based on NCES 2024 geographic data. Always verify your exact assignment directly with your local school district before making enrollment or real estate decisions. Ratings reflect academic performance data from state assessments and other publicly available metrics.