Excellent
#49 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 3% in state
Quincy Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
885 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
733
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#49 of 1,793
In Boston
#2 of 15
public schools
In district
#10 of 109
Boston
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Quincy Elementary School
Quincy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boston, MA, part of Boston. Quincy Elementary School serves approximately 733 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Quincy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Quincy Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Quincy Elementary School — Students at Quincy Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 9.3/10.
How Quincy Elementary School Compares
See how Quincy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
885 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Quincy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is LEARNING PROJECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, THE ADVENT SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Boston, see our Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Adult Tech Academy Back Bay | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Quincy Upper School Boston | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Melvin H. King South End Academy Boston | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Blackstone Elementary School Boston | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| PARK STREET SCHOOL Boston | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| THE ADVENT SCHOOL Boston | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Snowden International High School Boston | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| LEARNING PROJECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boston | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| COMMONWEALTH SCHOOL Boston | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boston | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Condon K-8 School South Boston | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Hurley K-8 School Boston | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boston | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| THE NEWMAN SCHOOL Boston | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| THE NEWMAN SCHOOL Boston | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ST PETER ACADEMY South Boston | 1.1 mi | — |
| UP Academy Charter School of Boston South Boston | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Boston Collaborative High School South Boston | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Boston | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Carter School Dorchester | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,865
Median Home Value
$953,400
Median Rent
$1,994/mo
Population
8,067
College Educated
56.9%
Homeownership
26.9%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
31.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bancroft Elementary Andover, MA | 9.3 |
| Warren-Prescott K-8 School Charlestown, MA | 9.4 |
| Carlisle School Carlisle, MA | 9.2 |
| Lucretia and Joseph Brown School Marblehead, MA | 9.2 |
| Pine Grove Rowley, MA | 9.2 |
| William H Lincoln Brookline, MA | 9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Quincy Elementary School
What grades does Quincy Elementary School serve?
Quincy Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Quincy Elementary School?
Quincy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 733 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Quincy Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Quincy Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Quincy Elementary School rank in MA?
Quincy Elementary School ranks #49 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Quincy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Quincy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Quincy Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Quincy Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Quincy Elementary School a charter school?
No, Quincy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Quincy Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Quincy 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
- 733
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.4%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8497
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #10 of 109
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