Excellent
#62 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 3% in state
Winship Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
54 Dighton Street, Brighton, MA 02135
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#62 of 1,793
In Brighton
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#12 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Winship Elementary School
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About Winship Elementary School
Winship Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brighton, MA, part of Boston. Winship Elementary School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Winship Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #62 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Winship Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Winship Elementary School — Students at Winship Elementary School score 51% 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: 9.7/10.
How Winship Elementary School Compares
See how Winship Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
54 Dighton Street, Brighton, MA 02135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winship Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Michael Driscoll (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Brookline), with a comparable rating. Another option is John D Runkle (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Brookline), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Roland Hayes (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chestnut Hill), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brighton, see our Brighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edison K-8 School Brighton | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON Brighton | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ST COLUMBKILLE PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Brighton | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Lyon K-8 School Brighton | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Lyon High School Brighton | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Brighton High School Brighton | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School Brighton | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brighton | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| KENNEDY DAY SCHOOL Brighton | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Boston | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Chestnut Hill | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| TORAH ACADEMY Brookline | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing Allston | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| B C CAMPUS SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.2 mi | — |
| John D Runkle Brookline | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ST STEPHEN'S ARMENIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Michael Driscoll Brookline | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,208
Median Home Value
$684,000
Median Rent
$2,179/mo
Population
43,683
College Educated
71.1%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
30.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bridge Lexington, MA | 9.2 |
| John A Bishop Arlington, MA | 9.2 |
| Lucretia and Joseph Brown School Marblehead, MA | 9.2 |
| Morse Cambridge, MA | 9.2 |
| Pine Grove Rowley, MA | 9.2 |
| William H Lincoln Brookline, MA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winship Elementary School
What grades does Winship Elementary School serve?
Winship Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Winship Elementary School?
Winship Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winship Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Winship Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winship Elementary School rank in MA?
Winship Elementary School ranks #62 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Winship Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Winship Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Winship Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winship Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Winship Elementary School a charter school?
No, Winship Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winship Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Winship 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
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.7%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8399
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #12 of 109
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