Excellent
#113 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 6% in state
Grew Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
40 Gordon Avenue, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#113 of 1,793
In Hyde Park
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#13 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Grew Elementary School
Grew Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hyde Park, MA, part of Boston. Grew Elementary School serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Grew Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #113 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Grew Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 197 students, Grew 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.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Grew 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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Grew Elementary School — Students at Grew Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 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 Grew Elementary School Compares
See how Grew Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 Gordon Avenue, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grew Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mozart Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bates Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Chittick Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Mattapan), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hyde Park, see our Hyde Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Channing Elementary School Hyde Park | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| New Mission High School Hyde Park | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Another Course To College Hyde Park | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Roosevelt K-8 School Hyde Park | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Ohrenberger School West Roxbury | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Chittick Elementary School Mattapan | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY Milton | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Brooke Charter School Roslindale | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Mozart Elementary School Roslindale | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Beethoven Elementary School West Roxbury | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Sumner Elementary School Roslindale | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,862
Median Home Value
$566,300
Median Rent
$1,772/mo
Population
38,071
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
33.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chatham Elementary School Chatham, MA | 8.9 |
| AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury, MA | 8.8 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley, MA | 9.0 |
| John Ward Newton Centre, MA | 9.0 |
| Sunderland Elementary Sunderland, MA | 8.8 |
| Williams Auburndale, MA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grew Elementary School
What grades does Grew Elementary School serve?
Grew Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Grew Elementary School?
Grew Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grew Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grew Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grew Elementary School rank in MA?
Grew Elementary School ranks #113 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Grew Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grew Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Grew Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grew Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Grew Elementary School a charter school?
No, Grew Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grew Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Grew 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
- 197
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8715
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #13 of 109
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