Below Average
#1597 of 1,793 schools in MA
Beethoven Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
5125 Washington Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,597 of 1,793
In West Roxbury
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#97 of 109
Boston
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Beethoven Elementary School
Elementary School in West Roxbury · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Beethoven Elementary School
Beethoven Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Roxbury, MA, part of Boston. Beethoven Elementary School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Beethoven Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,597 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Beethoven Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Beethoven Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Beethoven Elementary School — Students at Beethoven Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 18 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.0/10.
How Beethoven Elementary School Compares
See how Beethoven Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5125 Washington Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beethoven Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mozart Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grew Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hyde Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bates Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Roxbury, see our West Roxbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ohrenberger School West Roxbury | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Kilmer K-8 School West Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL West Roxbury | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Avery Dedham | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| CATHOLIC MEMORIAL West Roxbury | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Dedham High Dedham | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Lyndon K-8 School West Roxbury | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Dedham Middle School Dedham | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Mozart Elementary School Roslindale | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Oakdale Dedham | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Channing Elementary School Hyde Park | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Riverdale Dedham | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| HOLY NAME PARISH SCHOOL West Roxbury | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| NOBLE AND GREENOUGH SCHOOL Dedham | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Grew Elementary School Hyde Park | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School Hyde Park | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Hyde Park | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,545
Median Home Value
$714,000
Median Rent
$2,140/mo
Population
27,069
College Educated
64.2%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
43
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| Highland Westfield, MA | 4.1 |
| Merrill Elementary School Raynham, MA | 4.1 |
| Morningside Community School Pittsfield, MA | 4.1 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Attleboro, MA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beethoven Elementary School
What grades does Beethoven Elementary School serve?
Beethoven Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Beethoven Elementary School?
Beethoven Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beethoven Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beethoven Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beethoven Elementary School rank in MA?
Beethoven Elementary School ranks #1,597 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Beethoven Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beethoven Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Beethoven Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beethoven Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Beethoven Elementary School a charter school?
No, Beethoven Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beethoven Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Beethoven Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8149
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #97 of 109
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