Needs Improvement
#1693 of 1,793 schools in MA
Condon K-8 School
Elementary School · Boston
200 D Street, South Boston, MA 02127
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,693 of 1,793
In South Boston
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#106 of 109
Boston
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Condon K-8 School
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About Condon K-8 School
Condon K-8 School is a public elementary school in South Boston, MA, part of Boston. Condon K-8 School serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Condon K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,693 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Condon K-8 School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Condon K-8 School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
50% of students at Condon K-8 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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Condon K-8 School — Students at Condon K-8 School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 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: 3.6/10.
How Condon K-8 School Compares
See how Condon K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
200 D Street, South Boston, MA 02127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Condon K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Quincy Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clap Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY COLUMBIA CAMP (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Boston, see our South Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,373
Median Home Value
$858,600
Median Rent
$2,435/mo
Population
36,646
College Educated
68.7%
Homeownership
44.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
32.5
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| Barry Chicopee, MA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Condon K-8 School
What grades does Condon K-8 School serve?
Condon K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Condon K-8 School?
Condon K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Condon K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Condon K-8 School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Condon K-8 School rank in MA?
Condon K-8 School ranks #1,693 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Condon K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Condon K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Condon K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Condon K-8 School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Condon K-8 School a charter school?
No, Condon K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Condon K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Condon K-8 School 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
- 580
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 70
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.7%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8608
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #106 of 109
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