Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chittick 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chittick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chittick Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chittick Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chittick Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1409 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
31%
24%
Black
62%
10%
White
3%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chittick Elementary School's ranking?
Chittick Elementary School is ranked #1409 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Chittick Elementary School often compared to?
Chittick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellisonparks Early Education 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 41% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Chittick Elementary School?
232 students attend Chittick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Chittick Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chittick Elementary School?
Chittick Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chittick Elementary School offer ?
Chittick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chittick Elementary School part of?
Chittick Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Chittick Elementary School located?
Chittick Elementary School is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Mattapan, MA.
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