Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boston Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boston Elementary School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boston Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boston Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
18%
18%
Black
9%
36%
White
65%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boston Elementary School's ranking?
Boston Elementary School is ranked #468 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Boston Elementary School often compared to?
Boston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bascomb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Boston Elementary School?
633 students attend Boston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Boston Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boston Elementary School?
Boston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Boston Elementary School offer ?
Boston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Boston Elementary School part of?
Boston Elementary School is part of Cherokee County School District.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2018
There is a lot of great students and teachers. The teachers at Boston have helped so meanly kids and counting. The students too have great partnership and great aditudes. This school is a great place for kindergarteners up to fifth graders! I recommend this school a lot.
5 10/1/2016
Can anyone tell me who was my son's kindergarten teacher in back in 1990? Her last name was McDaniel. If anyone could help me I would greatly appreciate it.
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