Excellent
#178 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 10% in state
Harvard-kent Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
50 Bunker Hill Street, Charlestown, MA 02129
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Charlestown
#2 of 3
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#109 of 1,022
In district
#15 of 109
Boston
School environment
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Harvard-kent Elementary School
Harvard-kent Elementary School is a public elementary school in Charlestown, MA, part of the Boston. The school serves approximately 340 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1. 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 43% proficiency in math, 1 points above the state average and 41% in reading/language arts, 4 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 $157,192, where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Harvard-kent 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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Harvard-kent Elementary School — Students at Harvard-kent Elementary School score 40% 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 70 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: 8.2/10.
How Harvard-kent Elementary School Compares
See how Harvard-kent Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 49% (2019) to 42% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 49% (2019) to 37% (2022).
Location
50 Bunker Hill Street, Charlestown, MA 02129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harvard-kent Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eliot K-8 Innovation School (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Warren-Prescott K-8 School (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alighieri Dante Montessori School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charlestown, see our Charlestown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charlestown High School Charlestown | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Warren-Prescott K-8 School Charlestown | 0.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Eliot K-8 Innovation School Boston | 0.8 mi | 9.6 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Boston | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| SEAPORT ACADEMY Chelsea | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mario Umana Academy East Boston | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| EAST BOSTON CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL East Boston | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| O'Donnell Elementary School East Boston | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Alighieri Dante Montessori School East Boston | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| East Boston High School East Boston | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| THE ADVENT SCHOOL Boston | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Otis Elementary School East Boston | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| McKay K-8 School East Boston | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| East Boston Early Education Center East Boston | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PARK STREET SCHOOL Boston | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Adams Elementary School East Boston | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Shurtleff Early Childhood Chelsea | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy Chelsea | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Joseph A. Browne School Chelsea | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School East Boston | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,192
Median Home Value
$926,000
Median Rent
$2,258/mo
Population
19,994
College Educated
71.4%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
36
Community Profile
The community surrounding Harvard-kent Elementary School has a median household income of $157,192. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $926,000, with a median rent of $2,258/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 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 |
|---|---|
| Brimfield Elementary Brimfield, MA | 8.3 |
| Gardner Pilot Academy Allston, MA | 8.3 |
| Sprague Elementary School Wellesley, MA | 8.3 |
| West Somerville Neighborhood Somerville, MA | 8.3 |
| Williams Auburndale, MA | 8.3 |
| C C Burr Auburndale, MA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harvard-kent Elementary School
What grades does Harvard-kent Elementary School serve?
Harvard-kent Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Harvard-kent Elementary School?
Harvard-kent Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harvard-kent Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harvard-kent Elementary School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harvard-kent Elementary School rank in MA?
Harvard-kent Elementary School is ranked #178 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Harvard-kent Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harvard-kent 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 Harvard-kent Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Harvard-kent Elementary School has 43.1% math proficiency and 41.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Harvard-kent Elementary School a charter school?
No, Harvard-kent Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harvard-kent Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Harvard-kent Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 635-8358
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #15 of 109
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