Below Average
#1482 of 1,793 schools in MA
Lee K-8 School
Elementary School · Boston
155 Talbot Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02124
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,482 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#24 of 29
public schools
In district
#92 of 109
Boston
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Lee K-8 School
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About Lee K-8 School
Lee K-8 School is a public elementary school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Lee K-8 School serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,482 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Lee K-8 School show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Lee K-8 School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
38% of students at Lee 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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Lee K-8 School — Students at Lee K-8 School score 8% 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: 4.5/10.
How Lee K-8 School Compares
See how Lee K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
155 Talbot Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lee K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Dorchester Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lee Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lee K-8 School
What grades does Lee K-8 School serve?
Lee K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lee K-8 School?
Lee K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lee K-8 School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lee K-8 School rank in MA?
Lee K-8 School ranks #1,482 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lee K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lee K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee K-8 School has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lee K-8 School a charter school?
No, Lee K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lee K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Lee K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 527
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.0%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8687
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #92 of 109
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