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Boutwell

Elementary School · Wilmington

17 Boutwell Street, Wilmington, MA 01887

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

144

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,009 of 1,793

In Wilmington

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Wilmington

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Boutwell

6.0/10

Elementary School in Wilmington · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Wilmington Middle School

6.7/10

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West Intermediate

6.9/10

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About Boutwell

Boutwell is a public elementary school in Wilmington, MA, part of Wilmington. Boutwell serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Boutwell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,009 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 144 students, Boutwell is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.4Average49%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on MA state average
Resources & Environment5.6Average51%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,881
Chronic Absenteeism10.4%

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Boutwell Compares

See how Boutwell performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

Location

17 Boutwell Street, Wilmington, MA 01887

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boutwell may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woburn Street (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Billerica), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Wilmington Middle School Wilmington 0.2 mi 6.7
West Intermediate Wilmington 0.2 mi 6.9
Fox Hill Burlington 1.2 mi 6.6
Shawsheen Elementary Wilmington 1.3 mi 6.6
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington 1.4 mi 6.8
TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington 1.4 mi
Wilmington High Wilmington 1.4 mi 7.9
Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica 1.5 mi 8.2
Pine Glen Elementary Burlington 1.9 mi 6.8
Thomas Ditson Billerica 1.9 mi 5.7
Mary D Altavesta Woburn 2.6 mi 2.7
BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington 3.0 mi
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington 3.0 mi 6.7
North Intermediate Wilmington 2.7 mi 7.2
Woburn Street Wilmington 2.5 mi 7.3
Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington 3.2 mi 8.7
Memorial Burlington 3.2 mi 7.6
Linscott-Rumford Woburn 3.0 mi 3.9
Heath-Brook Tewksbury 3.0 mi 7.1
John F Kennedy Billerica 2.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01887 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,473

Median Home Value

$646,200

Median Rent

$2,412/mo

Population

23,195

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

86.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

42.1

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EllisonParks Early Education School Mattapan, MA 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boutwell

What grades does Boutwell serve?

Boutwell serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Boutwell?

Boutwell has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boutwell?

The student-teacher ratio at Boutwell is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boutwell rank in MA?

Boutwell ranks #1,009 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Boutwell's MySchoolScout rating?

Boutwell has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Boutwell a charter school?

No, Boutwell is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Boutwell a Title I school?

No, Boutwell is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

District

Wilmington
District Enrollment
2,760
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,881
District Rank
#7 of 7

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