Below Average
#1622 of 1,793 schools in MA
Hennigan K-8 School
Elementary School · Boston
200 Heath Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,622 of 1,793
In Jamaica Plain
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#100 of 109
Boston
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Hennigan K-8 School
Elementary School in Jamaica Plain · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hennigan K-8 School
Hennigan K-8 School is a public elementary school in Jamaica Plain, MA, part of Boston. Hennigan K-8 School serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hennigan K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,622 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Hennigan K-8 School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Hennigan K-8 School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hennigan K-8 School — Students at Hennigan K-8 School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.7/10.
How Hennigan K-8 School Compares
See how Hennigan K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 Heath Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hennigan K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lawrence (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Brookline), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mendell Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Curley K-8 School (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica Plain, see our Jamaica Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Zone Early Learning Center Jamaica Plain | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Roxbury Preparatory Charter School Roxbury | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| MANVILLE SCHOOL Roxbury Crossing | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (Horace Mann Boston | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Fenway High School Roxbury | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| The Lynch Center Brookline | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Mendell Elementary School Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Tobin K-8 School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Boston Latin School Boston | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MERIDIAN ACADEMY Jamaica Plain | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| PAIGE ACADEMY Roxbury | 0.7 mi | — |
| Greater Egleston High School Roxbury | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MALIK ACADEMY Roxbury Crossing | 0.8 mi | — |
| BEACON ACADEMY INC Boston | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| WINSOR SCHOOL Boston | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Lawrence Brookline | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,533
Median Home Value
$763,700
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
41,109
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.9
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| Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Revere, MA | 4.0 |
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| Laliberte Elementary School Raynham, MA | 4.0 |
| Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham, MA | 4.0 |
| Paul Revere Revere, MA | 4.0 |
| Robert L Ford Lynn, MA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hennigan K-8 School
What grades does Hennigan K-8 School serve?
Hennigan K-8 School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hennigan K-8 School?
Hennigan K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hennigan K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hennigan K-8 School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hennigan K-8 School rank in MA?
Hennigan K-8 School ranks #1,622 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Hennigan K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hennigan K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Hennigan K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hennigan K-8 School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hennigan K-8 School a charter school?
No, Hennigan K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hennigan K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Hennigan K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.9%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8264
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #100 of 109
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