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Mason Elementary School

Elementary School · Boston

150 Norfolk Avenue, Roxbury, MA 02119

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,326 of 1,793

In Roxbury

#15 of 19

public schools

In district

#81 of 109

Boston

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Mason Elementary School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Roxbury · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School

5.5/10

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6.6/10

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About Mason Elementary School

Mason Elementary School is a public elementary school in Roxbury, MA, part of Boston. Mason Elementary School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mason Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,326 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Mason Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, Mason Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Mason 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-29.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34.6 pts
Overall Proficiency11% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,200
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Mason Elementary School — Students at Mason Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 25.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
20.5%
ELA
31.5%
2019
Math
25.5%
ELA
31.8%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.1%
ELA
21.5%
2022
Math
11.3%
ELA
18.8%
2023
Math
10.7%
ELA
16.7%
2024
Math
12.3%
ELA
12.7%
2025
Math
13%
ELA
8%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Mason Elementary School Compares

See how Mason Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in MA
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Location

150 Norfolk Avenue, Roxbury, MA 02119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mason Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridge Boston Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winthrop Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Conservatory Lab Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roxbury, see our Roxbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School Boston 0.2 mi 5.5
Orchard Gardens K-8 School Roxbury 0.4 mi 6.6
Winthrop Elementary School Dorchester 0.6 mi 8.2
Dearborn 6-12 STEM Academy Roxbury 0.5 mi 5.4
Boston Day and Evening Academy Charter School Roxbury 0.5 mi 3.1
Boston Collegiate Charter School Dorchester 0.6 mi 8.1
Russell Elementary School Dorchester 0.7 mi 4.2
Haynes Early Education Center Roxbury 0.9 mi 6.4
Clap Elementary School Dorchester 0.7 mi 6.9
Hurley K-8 School Boston 1.0 mi 5.8
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACAD.-REGIONAL OFFICE Dorchester 0.8 mi 5.8
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY COLUMBIA CAMP Dorchester 0.8 mi 6.7
Blackstone Elementary School Boston 1.0 mi 5.2
Conservatory Lab Charter School Dorchester 1.0 mi 7.9
Bridge Boston Charter School Roxbury 0.9 mi 8.6
King Elementary School Dorchester 1.1 mi 5.7
Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury 0.9 mi 5.2
Boston Latin Academy Dorchester 1.0 mi 6.8
City on a Hill Charter Public School Roxbury 0.9 mi 4.8
Everett Elementary School Dorchester 1.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,255

Median Home Value

$668,900

Median Rent

$1,252/mo

Population

26,851

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

24.5%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

27.5%

Median Age

35.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mason Elementary School

What grades does Mason Elementary School serve?

Mason Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mason Elementary School?

Mason Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mason Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mason Elementary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mason Elementary School rank in MA?

Mason Elementary School ranks #1,326 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Mason Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mason Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Mason Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mason Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mason Elementary School a charter school?

No, Mason Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mason Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mason Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
75 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

District

Boston
District Enrollment
45,742
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,200
District Rank
#81 of 109

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