Excellent
#21 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 1% in state
Philbrick Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
40 Philbrick Street, Roslindale, MA 02131
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#21 of 1,793
In Roslindale
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Philbrick Elementary School
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About Philbrick Elementary School
Philbrick Elementary School is a public elementary school in Roslindale, MA, part of Boston. Philbrick Elementary School serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Philbrick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Philbrick Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Philbrick 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Philbrick 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
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Philbrick Elementary School — Students at Philbrick Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 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: 10.0/10.
How Philbrick Elementary School Compares
See how Philbrick Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 Philbrick Street, Roslindale, MA 02131
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philbrick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manning Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Jamaica Plain), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mozart Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bates Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Roslindale, see our Roslindale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brooke Charter School Roslindale | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Sumner Elementary School Roslindale | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Haley Pilot School Roslindale | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Mattahunt Elementary School Mattapan | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| PALLOTTA DAY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 1.3 mi | — |
| Another Course To College Hyde Park | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Margarita Muniz Academy Boston | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| English High School Jamaica Plain | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| New Mission High School Hyde Park | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Chittick Elementary School Mattapan | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Young Achievers K-8 School Mattapan | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Mozart Elementary School Roslindale | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 1.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON Boston | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02131 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,237
Median Home Value
$634,200
Median Rent
$1,999/mo
Population
31,564
College Educated
51.9%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alighieri Dante Montessori School East Boston, MA | 9.6 |
| Anne T. Dunphy School Williamsburg, MA | 9.4 |
| Gill Elementary Gill, MA | 9.4 |
| Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain, MA | 9.6 |
| Mozart Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 9.4 |
| Perry Elementary School South Boston, MA | 9.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philbrick Elementary School
What grades does Philbrick Elementary School serve?
Philbrick Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Philbrick Elementary School?
Philbrick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philbrick Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Philbrick Elementary 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 Philbrick Elementary School rank in MA?
Philbrick Elementary School ranks #21 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Philbrick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Philbrick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Philbrick Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philbrick Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Philbrick Elementary School a charter school?
No, Philbrick Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Philbrick Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Philbrick 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
- 132
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.7%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8069
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #6 of 109
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