Very Good
#523 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 29% in state
Based on limited data
West Zone Early Learning Center
Elementary School · Boston
200 Heath Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#523 of 1,793
In Jamaica Plain
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#32 of 109
Boston
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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West Zone Early Learning Center
Elementary School in Jamaica Plain · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Zone Early Learning Center
West Zone Early Learning Center is a public elementary school in Jamaica Plain, MA, part of Boston. West Zone Early Learning Center serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. West Zone Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #523 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, West Zone Early Learning Center 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.
32% of students at West Zone Early Learning Center 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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Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How West Zone Early Learning Center Compares
See how West Zone Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
200 Heath Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Zone Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lawrence (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Brookline), 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, Curley K-8 School (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica Plain, see our Jamaica Plain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hennigan K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 0.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Roxbury Preparatory Charter School Roxbury | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| MANVILLE SCHOOL Roxbury Crossing | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (Horace Mann Boston | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Fenway High School Roxbury | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| The Lynch Center Brookline | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Mendell Elementary School Roxbury | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Tobin K-8 School Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Boston Latin School Boston | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MERIDIAN ACADEMY Jamaica Plain | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| PAIGE ACADEMY Roxbury | 0.7 mi | — |
| Greater Egleston High School Roxbury | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MALIK ACADEMY Roxbury Crossing | 0.8 mi | — |
| BEACON ACADEMY INC Boston | 1.0 mi | — |
| Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| WINSOR SCHOOL Boston | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Lawrence Brookline | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,533
Median Home Value
$763,700
Median Rent
$2,434/mo
Population
41,109
College Educated
72.6%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.9
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| HARBORLIGHT MONTESSORI Beverly, MA | 7.4 |
| ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield, MA | 7.1 |
| MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Braintree, MA | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Zone Early Learning Center
What grades does West Zone Early Learning Center serve?
West Zone Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend West Zone Early Learning Center?
West Zone Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Zone Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at West Zone Early Learning Center is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Zone Early Learning Center rank in MA?
West Zone Early Learning Center ranks #523 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is West Zone Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
West Zone Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is West Zone Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, West Zone Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Zone Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, West Zone Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 113
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8275
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #32 of 109
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