Excellent
#128 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 7% in state
Otis Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
218 Marion Street, East Boston, MA 02128
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In East Boston
#3 of 12
public schools
Massachusetts elementary schools
#82 of 1,022
In district
#13 of 109
Boston
School environment
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Otis Elementary School
Otis Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Boston, MA, part of the Boston. The school serves approximately 402 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 92.9th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 38% proficiency in math, 4 points below the state average and 37% in reading/language arts, 8 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,079, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Otis Elementary School — Students at Otis Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 70 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: 9.1/10.
How Otis Elementary School Compares
See how Otis Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 37% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 37% (2019) to 32% (2022).
Location
218 Marion Street, East Boston, MA 02128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Otis Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eliot K-8 Innovation School (rated 9.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alighieri Dante Montessori School (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Harvard-Kent Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Charlestown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Boston, see our East Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School East Boston | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| O'Donnell Elementary School East Boston | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Alighieri Dante Montessori School East Boston | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| East Boston Early Education Center East Boston | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| McKay K-8 School East Boston | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| East Boston High School East Boston | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| EAST BOSTON CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL East Boston | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Mario Umana Academy East Boston | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Adams Elementary School East Boston | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Shurtleff Early Childhood Chelsea | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Excel Academy Charter School East Boston | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Phoenix Academy Charter Public High School Chelsea Chelsea | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy Chelsea | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Joseph A. Browne School Chelsea | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Clark Avenue School Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Eliot K-8 Innovation School Boston | 1.2 mi | 9.6 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Boston | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SEAPORT ACADEMY Chelsea | 1.4 mi | — |
| Harvard-Kent Elementary School Charlestown | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Chelsea High Chelsea | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,079
Median Home Value
$680,000
Median Rent
$2,009/mo
Population
44,124
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
28.6%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
34.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Otis Elementary School has a median household income of $92,079. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $680,000, with a median rent of $2,009/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Annie E Fales Westborough, MA | 8.5 |
| Bessie Buker Elementary Wenham, MA | 8.5 |
| Countryside Newton Highlands, MA | 8.5 |
| Dale Street Medfield, MA | 8.5 |
| Frank H Freedman Springfield, MA | 8.5 |
| Harrington Lexington, MA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Otis Elementary School
What grades does Otis Elementary School serve?
Otis Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Otis Elementary School?
Otis Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Otis Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Otis Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Otis Elementary School rank in MA?
Otis Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Otis Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Otis Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Otis Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Otis Elementary School has 38.1% math proficiency and 36.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Otis Elementary School a charter school?
No, Otis Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Otis Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Otis 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
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 635-8372
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #13 of 109
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