For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 930 students in 02118, MA (there are , serving 405 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 02118, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02118, MA are Hurley K-8 School and Blackstone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02118 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02118, MA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02118, MA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hurley K-8 School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
70 Worcester Street
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8489
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8489
Grades: PK-8
| 349 students
Rank: #22.
Blackstone Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
380 Shawmut Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8471
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8471
Grades: PK-6
| 581 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02118, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02118, MA include Hurley K-8 School and Blackstone Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02118?
2 public schools are located in 02118.
What percentage of students in 02118 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 02118 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02118?
02118 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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