Very Good
#413 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 23% in state
Guild Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
195 Leyden Street, East Boston, MA 02128
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#413 of 1,793
In East Boston
#6 of 12
public schools
In district
#27 of 109
Boston
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Guild Elementary School
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About Guild Elementary School
Guild Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Boston, MA, part of Boston. Guild Elementary School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Guild Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #413 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Guild Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Guild 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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Guild Elementary School — Students at Guild Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 92 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: 8.5/10.
How Guild Elementary School Compares
See how Guild Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
195 Leyden Street, East Boston, MA 02128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guild Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bradley Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is William P. Gorman/Fort Banks Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Winthrop), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William A Berkowitz Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Chelsea), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Boston, see our East Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bradley Elementary School East Boston | 0.2 mi | 9.3 |
| CityLab Innovation High School Revere | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Revere | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Excel Academy Charter School East Boston | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| William A Berkowitz Elementary Chelsea | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Garfield Elementary School Revere | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Garfield Middle School Revere | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Revere | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Winthrop | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| William P. Gorman/Fort Banks Elementary Winthrop | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Revere High Revere | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School Revere | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Rumney Marsh Academy Revere | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Winthrop Middle School Winthrop | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Winthrop High School Winthrop | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Clark Avenue School Chelsea | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,079
Median Home Value
$680,000
Median Rent
$2,009/mo
Population
44,124
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
28.6%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Capuano Early Childhood Center Somerville, MA | 7.7 |
| Glickman Elementary Springfield, MA | 7.7 |
| Green Meadows Elementary Hampden, MA | 7.7 |
| Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School Stoughton, MA | 7.7 |
| TENACRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wellesley, MA | 7.7 |
| Thomas M Balliet Springfield, MA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guild Elementary School
What grades does Guild Elementary School serve?
Guild Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Guild Elementary School?
Guild Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guild Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Guild Elementary School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Guild Elementary School rank in MA?
Guild Elementary School ranks #413 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Guild Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Guild Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Guild Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Guild Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Guild Elementary School a charter school?
No, Guild Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Guild Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Guild 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
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8523
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #27 of 109
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