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#297 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 17% in state

Chittick Elementary School

Elementary School · Boston

154 Ruskindale Road, Mattapan, MA 02126

Enrollment

228

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#297 of 1,793

In Mattapan

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#20 of 109

Boston

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Chittick Elementary School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Mattapan · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Boston Preparatory Charter Public School

5.0/10

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8.0/10

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About Chittick Elementary School

Chittick Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mattapan, MA, part of Boston. Chittick Elementary School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Chittick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #297 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Chittick Elementary School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Chittick Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.1 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,200
Chronic Absenteeism24.6%

Chittick Elementary School — Students at Chittick Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 27.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
31.3%
2019
Math
20.8%
ELA
28.8%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
36.3%
2022
Math
16.8%
ELA
21%
2023
Math
22.5%
ELA
26%
2024
Math
30.8%
ELA
20.3%
2025
Math
23.5%
ELA
23.5%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Chittick Elementary School Compares

See how Chittick Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in MA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

Location

154 Ruskindale Road, Mattapan, MA 02126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chittick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Philbrick Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Another option is DELPHI ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Milton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mattahunt Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mattapan, see our Mattapan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park 0.5 mi 5.0
Mattahunt Elementary School Mattapan 0.6 mi 8.0
Tucker Milton 0.7 mi 6.0
Another Course To College Hyde Park 0.7 mi 4.8
EllisonParks Early Education School Mattapan 0.7 mi 5.9
New Mission High School Hyde Park 0.7 mi 7.9
Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park 0.7 mi 3.8
KIPP Academy Boston Charter School Mattapan 0.8 mi 5.0
Mildred Avenue K-8 School Mattapan 0.9 mi 5.0
Young Achievers K-8 School Mattapan 1.2 mi 4.4
ST MARY OF THE HILLS SCHOOL Milton 1.0 mi 6.2
Haley Pilot School Roslindale 1.3 mi 5.8
NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park 1.1 mi 7.2
DELPHI ACADEMY Milton 1.4 mi 8.1
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale 1.2 mi 6.6
Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale 1.4 mi 9.5
Brooke Charter School Roslindale 1.4 mi 7.4
BEREA SDA ACADEMY Mattapan 1.4 mi 5.6
Charles S Pierce Middle Milton 1.3 mi 8.0
Shaw Elementary School Dorchester 1.4 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,206

Median Home Value

$515,000

Median Rent

$1,659/mo

Population

25,313

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

41.8%

Avg Commute

37.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

38.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chittick Elementary School

What grades does Chittick Elementary School serve?

Chittick Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Chittick Elementary School?

Chittick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chittick Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chittick Elementary School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chittick Elementary School rank in MA?

Chittick Elementary School ranks #297 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Chittick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chittick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Chittick Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chittick Elementary School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Chittick Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Chittick Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Chittick Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
63 Good Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

District

Boston
District Enrollment
45,742
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,200
District Rank
#20 of 109

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