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Everett Elementary School

Elementary School · Boston

71 Pleasant Street, Dorchester, MA 02125

Enrollment

278

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,059 of 1,793

In Dorchester

#12 of 29

public schools

In district

#60 of 109

Boston

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Everett Elementary School

5.8/10

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

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7.3/10

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About Everett Elementary School

Everett Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Everett Elementary School serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Everett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,059 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Everett Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,200
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Everett Elementary School — Students at Everett Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 37.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 92 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
38.3%
ELA
45.5%
2019
Math
42.8%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
8.6%
ELA
33.8%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
34.6%
2023
Math
28.5%
ELA
41.3%
2024
Math
25.8%
ELA
30%
2025
Math
18.5%
ELA
30.8%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Everett Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in MA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

Location

71 Pleasant Street, Dorchester, MA 02125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Everett Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winthrop Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Conservatory Lab Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mather Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Mather Elementary School Dorchester 0.4 mi 7.3
CRISTO REY BOSTON HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester 0.3 mi 5.5
Russell Elementary School Dorchester 0.5 mi 4.2
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACAD.-REGIONAL OFFICE Dorchester 0.5 mi 5.8
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY COLUMBIA CAMP Dorchester 0.5 mi 6.7
Boston Collegiate Charter School Dorchester 0.6 mi 8.1
Clap Elementary School Dorchester 0.7 mi 6.9
Conservatory Lab Charter School Dorchester 0.5 mi 7.9
Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School Boston 0.9 mi 4.9
Community Academy of Science and Health Dorchester 0.9 mi 5.4
BOSTON COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester 0.7 mi 8.5
UP Academy Holland Dorchester 0.9 mi 3.4
Frederick Pilot Middle School Dorchester 0.9 mi 5.3
Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School Boston 1.0 mi 5.5
Winthrop Elementary School Dorchester 0.9 mi 8.2
King Elementary School Dorchester 0.9 mi 5.7
Mason Elementary School Roxbury 1.0 mi 5.0
Dever Elementary School Dorchester 0.9 mi 5.1
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester Boston 1.1 mi 6.7
Haynes Early Education Center Roxbury 1.0 mi 6.4

Neighborhood 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

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Houghton Elementary Sterling, MA 5.8
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John Breen School Lawrence, MA 5.8
MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill, MA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Everett Elementary School

What grades does Everett Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Everett Elementary School?

Everett Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Everett Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Everett Elementary School rank in MA?

Everett Elementary School ranks #1,059 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Everett Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Everett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Everett Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Everett Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Everett Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Everett Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
68 Good Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

District

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

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