Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Winship Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winship Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Winship Elementary School's student population of 338 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winship Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winship Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#533 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
38%
24%
Black
13%
10%
White
27%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winship Elementary School's ranking?
Winship Elementary School is ranked #533 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Winship Elementary School often compared to?
Winship Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Winship Elementary School?
338 students attend Winship Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Winship Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winship Elementary School?
Winship Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winship Elementary School offer ?
Winship Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Winship Elementary School part of?
Winship Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
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