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#1327 of 1,793 schools in MA
Trotter Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
135 Humboldt Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02121
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,327 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#21 of 29
public schools
In district
#82 of 109
Boston
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Trotter Elementary School
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About Trotter Elementary School
Trotter Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Trotter Elementary School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Trotter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,327 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Trotter Elementary School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Trotter Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at Trotter 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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Trotter Elementary School — Students at Trotter Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 115 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: 4.5/10.
How Trotter Elementary School Compares
See how Trotter Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 Humboldt Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trotter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridge Boston Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mendell Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hale Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Latin Academy Dorchester | 0.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Higginson Inclusion K-2 School Roxbury | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Bridge Boston Charter School Roxbury | 0.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Ellis Elementary School Roxbury | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| City on a Hill Charter Public School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Haynes Early Education Center Roxbury | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Hale Elementary School Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Burke High School Dorchester | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Greater Egleston High School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| King Elementary School Dorchester | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Winthrop Elementary School Dorchester | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Boston Day and Evening Academy Charter School Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Dearborn 6-12 STEM Academy Roxbury | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Mendell Elementary School Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| PAIGE ACADEMY Roxbury | 0.9 mi | — |
| Frederick Pilot Middle School Dorchester | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| MERIDIAN ACADEMY Jamaica Plain | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,565
Median Home Value
$548,100
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
28,298
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
23.1%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. Irvin Studley Elementary School Attleboro, MA | 5.0 |
| Bridge Street Northampton, MA | 5.0 |
| Cold Spring Belchertown, MA | 5.0 |
| Hubbardston Center Hubbardston, MA | 5.0 |
| Ivan G Smith Danvers, MA | 5.0 |
| Mark G Hoyle Elementary Swansea, MA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trotter Elementary School
What grades does Trotter Elementary School serve?
Trotter Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Trotter Elementary School?
Trotter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trotter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trotter Elementary School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Trotter Elementary School rank in MA?
Trotter Elementary School ranks #1,327 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Trotter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Trotter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Trotter Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trotter Elementary School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Trotter Elementary School a charter school?
No, Trotter Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Trotter Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Trotter 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
- 300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.0%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8225
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #82 of 109
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