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#646 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 36% in state
Clap Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
35 Harvest Street, Dorchester, MA 02125
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#646 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#7 of 29
public schools
In district
#39 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Clap Elementary School
Clap Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Clap Elementary School serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Clap Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #646 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Clap Elementary School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, Clap 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.
Test scores at Clap Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Clap 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
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Clap Elementary School — Students at Clap Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Clap Elementary School Compares
See how Clap Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
35 Harvest Street, Dorchester, MA 02125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clap Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winthrop Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Conservatory Lab Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mather Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,810
Median Home Value
$645,400
Median Rent
$1,897/mo
Population
33,069
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
35.2%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDOVER SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI Andover, MA | 6.9 |
| EPSTEIN HILLEL SCHOOL Marblehead, MA | 6.9 |
| Ashby Elementary Ashby, MA | 7.0 |
| CHARLES RIVER SCHOOL Dover, MA | 7.0 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 7.0 |
| Erving Elementary Erving, MA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clap Elementary School
What grades does Clap Elementary School serve?
Clap Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Clap Elementary School?
Clap Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clap Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clap Elementary School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clap Elementary School rank in MA?
Clap Elementary School ranks #646 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Clap Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clap Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Clap Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clap Elementary School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Clap Elementary School a charter school?
No, Clap Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clap Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Clap 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
- 130
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8672
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #39 of 109
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