Excellent
#235 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 13% in state
Curley K-8 School
Elementary School · Boston
493 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#235 of 1,793
In Jamaica Plain
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#17 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Curley K-8 School
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About Curley K-8 School
Curley K-8 School is a public elementary school in Jamaica Plain, MA, part of Boston. Curley K-8 School serves approximately 912 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Curley K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Curley K-8 School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Curley K-8 School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Curley 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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Curley K-8 School — Students at Curley K-8 School score 29% proficient, which is above 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
→ 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: 9.7/10.
How Curley K-8 School Compares
See how Curley 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
493 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Curley K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William H Lincoln (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Brookline), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pierce (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Brookline), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mendell Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jamaica Plain, see our Jamaica Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Hennigan K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| West Zone Early Learning Center Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MERIDIAN ACADEMY Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Margarita Muniz Academy Boston | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Mendell Elementary School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Roxbury Preparatory Charter School Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| English High School Jamaica Plain | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| MANVILLE SCHOOL Roxbury Crossing | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Community Academy Jamaica Plain | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Greater Egleston High School Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| The Lynch Center Brookline | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (Horace Mann Boston | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Brookline | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Pierce Brookline | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Fenway High School Roxbury | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| William H Lincoln Brookline | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road Brookline | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,533
Median Home Value
$763,700
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
41,109
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Center Elementary Hanover, MA | 8.2 |
| Clinton Elementary Clinton, MA | 8.2 |
| Wareham Elementary School Wareham, MA | 8.2 |
| Cunningham School Milton, MA | 8.5 |
| Delaney Wrentham, MA | 8.5 |
| Edward P. Boland School Springfield, MA | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Curley K-8 School
What grades does Curley K-8 School serve?
Curley K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Curley K-8 School?
Curley K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 912 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Curley K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Curley K-8 School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Curley K-8 School rank in MA?
Curley K-8 School ranks #235 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Curley K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Curley K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Curley K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Curley K-8 School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Curley K-8 School a charter school?
No, Curley K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Curley K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Curley 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
- 912
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 103
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8176
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #17 of 109
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