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Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot
Elementary School · Boston
25 Walk Hill Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,255 of 1,793
In Jamaica Plain
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#78 of 109
Boston
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot
Elementary School in Jamaica Plain · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot is a public elementary school in Jamaica Plain, MA, part of Boston. Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,255 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot 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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Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot — Students at Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 127 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Compares
See how Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25 Walk Hill Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manning Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philbrick Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bates Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica Plain, see our Jamaica Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Haley Pilot School Roslindale | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Margarita Muniz Academy Boston | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| English High School Jamaica Plain | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Sumner Elementary School Roslindale | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| PALLOTTA DAY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 0.8 mi | — |
| Brooke Charter School Roslindale | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON Boston | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 1.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Community Academy Jamaica Plain | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| MERIDIAN ACADEMY Jamaica Plain | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Mattahunt Elementary School Mattapan | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Young Achievers K-8 School Mattapan | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Greater Egleston High School Roxbury | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Mendell Elementary School Roxbury | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,533
Median Home Value
$763,700
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
41,109
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot
What grades does Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot serve?
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot?
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot?
The student-teacher ratio at Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot rank in MA?
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot ranks #1,255 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot's MySchoolScout rating?
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot a charter school?
No, Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot a Title I school?
No, Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (617) 635-7717
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #78 of 109
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