Excellent
#179 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 10% in state
Grew Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
40 Gordon Avenue, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
197
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Hyde Park
#1 of 9
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#110 of 1,022
In district
#16 of 109
Boston
School environment
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Grew Elementary School
Grew Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hyde Park, MA, part of the Boston. The school serves approximately 197 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.1th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 27% proficiency in math, 16 points below the state average and 38% in reading/language arts, 7 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $96,862, where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 197 students, Grew Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1, Grew Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Grew Elementary School — Students at Grew Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 66 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: 9.1/10.
How Grew Elementary School Compares
See how Grew Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 32% (2019) to 22% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 32% (2022).
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 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bates Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DELPHI ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Milton), with a very similar 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 | 5.9 |
| Channing Elementary School Hyde Park | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| New Mission High School Hyde Park | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Another Course To College Hyde Park | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Roosevelt K-8 School Hyde Park | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Ohrenberger School West Roxbury | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Chittick Elementary School Mattapan | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY Milton | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Brooke Charter School Roslindale | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Mozart Elementary School Roslindale | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| Beethoven Elementary School West Roxbury | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Sumner Elementary School Roslindale | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Grew Elementary School has a median household income of $96,862. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $566,300, with a median rent of $1,772/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Williams Auburndale, MA | 8.3 |
| Cold Spring Plymouth, MA | 8.4 |
| THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill, MA | 8.4 |
| Underwood Newton Corner, MA | 8.4 |
| Hale Elementary School Roxbury, MA | 8.2 |
| Sunderland Elementary Sunderland, MA | 8.2 |
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 is ranked #179 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Grew Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grew Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Grew Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Grew Elementary School has 26.7% math proficiency and 38.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- Phone
- (617) 635-8715
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #16 of 109
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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