Very Good
#522 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 29% in state
Mather Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
1 Parish Street, Dorchester, MA 02122
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#522 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#5 of 29
public schools
In district
#31 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Mather Elementary School
Mather Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Mather Elementary School serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mather Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #522 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mather Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Mather Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Mather Elementary 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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Mather Elementary School — Students at Mather Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 84 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: 8.1/10.
How Mather Elementary School Compares
See how Mather Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Parish Street, Dorchester, MA 02122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mather Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winthrop Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Dorchester Center), which scores slightly 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 02122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,945
Median Home Value
$656,400
Median Rent
$2,052/mo
Population
23,471
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Annie L Sargent School North Andover, MA | 7.3 |
| Bowen Newton Centre, MA | 7.3 |
| Early Childhood Center Dedham, MA | 7.3 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven, MA | 7.3 |
| Fisher Walpole, MA | 7.3 |
| Golden Hill Haverhill, MA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mather Elementary School
What grades does Mather Elementary School serve?
Mather Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mather Elementary School?
Mather Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mather Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mather Elementary School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mather Elementary School rank in MA?
Mather Elementary School ranks #522 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mather Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mather Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Mather Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mather Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mather Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mather Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mather Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mather Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8757
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #31 of 109
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