Average
#720 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 40% in state
Lee Academy
Elementary School · Boston
25 Dunbar Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02124
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#720 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#9 of 29
public schools
In district
#48 of 109
Boston
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Lee Academy
Lee Academy is a public elementary school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Lee Academy serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #720 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Lee Academy show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lee Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
33% of students at Lee Academy 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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Lee Academy — Students at Lee Academy score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 30 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: 7.7/10.
How Lee Academy Compares
See how Lee Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25 Dunbar Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lee Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Dorchester Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Boston), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,168
Median Home Value
$607,200
Median Rent
$1,783/mo
Population
55,897
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur T Talmadge Springfield, MA | 6.7 |
| Channing Elementary School Hyde Park, MA | 6.7 |
| Holland Elementary Holland, MA | 6.7 |
| Kensington International School Springfield, MA | 6.7 |
| Kittredge North Andover, MA | 6.7 |
| LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL Arlington, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lee Academy
What grades does Lee Academy serve?
Lee Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Lee Academy?
Lee Academy has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lee Academy is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lee Academy rank in MA?
Lee Academy ranks #720 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lee Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Lee Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Lee Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Academy has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lee Academy a charter school?
No, Lee Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lee Academy a Title I school?
No, Lee Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8618
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #48 of 109
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