Excellent
#326 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 18% in state
Mattahunt Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
123 Alabama St, Mattapan, MA 02126
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#326 of 1,793
In Mattapan
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#24 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mattahunt Elementary School
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About Mattahunt Elementary School
Mattahunt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mattapan, MA, part of Boston. Mattahunt Elementary School serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mattahunt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #326 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Mattahunt Elementary School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Mattahunt Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
31% of students at Mattahunt 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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Mattahunt Elementary School — Students at Mattahunt Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 48 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: 9.7/10.
How Mattahunt Elementary School Compares
See how Mattahunt Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
123 Alabama St, Mattapan, MA 02126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mattahunt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Philbrick Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chittick Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Conley Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mattapan, see our Mattapan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chittick Elementary School Mattapan | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Young Achievers K-8 School Mattapan | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| KIPP Academy Boston Charter School Mattapan | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Haley Pilot School Roslindale | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Mildred Avenue K-8 School Mattapan | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| EllisonParks Early Education School Mattapan | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| BEREA SDA ACADEMY Mattapan | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Shaw Elementary School Dorchester | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Tucker Milton | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Another Course To College Hyde Park | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| New Mission High School Hyde Park | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Brooke Charter School Roslindale | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARY OF THE HILLS SCHOOL Milton | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy Dorchester | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,206
Median Home Value
$515,000
Median Rent
$1,659/mo
Population
25,313
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
37.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet, MA | 8.0 |
| Alden School Duxbury, MA | 8.0 |
| Boyden Walpole, MA | 8.0 |
| Cottage Street Sharon, MA | 8.0 |
| Egremont Pittsfield, MA | 8.0 |
| Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis, MA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mattahunt Elementary School
What grades does Mattahunt Elementary School serve?
Mattahunt Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mattahunt Elementary School?
Mattahunt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mattahunt Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mattahunt Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mattahunt Elementary School rank in MA?
Mattahunt Elementary School ranks #326 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Mattahunt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mattahunt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Mattahunt Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mattahunt Elementary School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Mattahunt Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mattahunt Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mattahunt Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mattahunt 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8792
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #24 of 109
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