Below Average
#1359 of 1,793 schools in MA
Tobin K-8 School
Elementary School · Boston
40 Smith St, Roxbury, MA 02120
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,359 of 1,793
In Roxbury
#16 of 19
public schools
In district
#85 of 109
Boston
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Tobin K-8 School
Elementary School in Roxbury · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tobin K-8 School
Tobin K-8 School is a public elementary school in Roxbury, MA, part of Boston. Tobin K-8 School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Tobin K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,359 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Tobin K-8 School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tobin K-8 School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Tobin K-8 School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
55% of students at Tobin K-8 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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Tobin K-8 School — Students at Tobin K-8 School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 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: 6.3/10.
How Tobin K-8 School Compares
See how Tobin K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
40 Smith St, Roxbury, MA 02120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tobin K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hale Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kennedy John F Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Jamaica Plain), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Zone Early Learning Center (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Jamaica Plain), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roxbury, see our Roxbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fenway High School Roxbury | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| MALIK ACADEMY Roxbury Crossing | 0.3 mi | — |
| Boston Latin School Boston | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PAIGE ACADEMY Roxbury | 0.4 mi | — |
| Madison Park Technical Vocational High School Roxbury | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (Horace Mann Boston | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Roxbury Preparatory Charter School Roxbury | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| O'Bryant School of Math & Science Roxbury | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Hale Elementary School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Hennigan K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| West Zone Early Learning Center Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MANVILLE SCHOOL Roxbury Crossing | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| WINSOR SCHOOL Boston | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| BEACON ACADEMY INC Boston | 0.8 mi | — |
| Boston Arts Academy Boston | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| City on a Hill Charter Public School Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| The Lynch Center Brookline | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Carter School Dorchester | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,472
Median Home Value
$941,200
Median Rent
$1,630/mo
Population
15,248
College Educated
44.2%
Homeownership
11.9%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
34.4%
Median Age
24.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Elm Park Community Worcester, MA | 4.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell, MA | 4.9 |
| James F Hennessey Lawrence, MA | 4.9 |
| South Elementary Stoughton, MA | 4.9 |
| Washington Lowell, MA | 4.9 |
| Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester, MA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tobin K-8 School
What grades does Tobin K-8 School serve?
Tobin K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Tobin K-8 School?
Tobin K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tobin K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tobin K-8 School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tobin K-8 School rank in MA?
Tobin K-8 School ranks #1,359 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Tobin K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tobin K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Tobin K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tobin K-8 School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Tobin K-8 School a charter school?
No, Tobin K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tobin K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Tobin K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.7%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8393
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #85 of 109
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