Average
#717 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 40% in state
Channing Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
35 Sunnyside Street, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#717 of 1,793
In Hyde Park
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#45 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Channing Elementary School
Channing Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hyde Park, MA, part of Boston. Channing Elementary School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Channing Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #717 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Channing Elementary School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Channing Elementary School 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.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Channing Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
38% of students at Channing 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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Channing Elementary School — Students at Channing Elementary School score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 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: 7.4/10.
How Channing Elementary School Compares
See how Channing Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
35 Sunnyside Street, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Channing Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mozart Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grew Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bates Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hyde Park, see our Hyde Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Grew Elementary School Hyde Park | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Roosevelt K-8 School Hyde Park | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Ohrenberger School West Roxbury | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| New Mission High School Hyde Park | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Another Course To College Hyde Park | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Oakdale Dedham | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Beethoven Elementary School West Roxbury | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Avery Dedham | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Dedham High Dedham | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY Milton | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Mozart Elementary School Roslindale | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,862
Median Home Value
$566,300
Median Rent
$1,772/mo
Population
38,071
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
33.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATRIUM SCHOOL Watertown, MA | 6.7 |
| Arthur T Talmadge Springfield, MA | 6.7 |
| Holland Elementary Holland, MA | 6.7 |
| Kensington International School Springfield, MA | 6.7 |
| Kittredge North Andover, MA | 6.7 |
| LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL Arlington, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Channing Elementary School
What grades does Channing Elementary School serve?
Channing Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Channing Elementary School?
Channing Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Channing Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Channing Elementary School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Channing Elementary School rank in MA?
Channing Elementary School ranks #717 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Channing Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Channing Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Channing Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Channing Elementary School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Channing Elementary School a charter school?
No, Channing Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Channing Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Channing 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8722
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #45 of 109
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