Excellent
#259 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 14% in state
Winthrop Elementary School
Elementary School · Boston
35 Brookford Street, Dorchester, MA 02125
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#259 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#2 of 29
public schools
In district
#18 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Winthrop Elementary School
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About Winthrop Elementary School
Winthrop Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Winthrop Elementary School serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Winthrop Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #259 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Winthrop Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Winthrop Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
44% of students at Winthrop 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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Winthrop Elementary School — Students at Winthrop Elementary School score 38% 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 Winthrop Elementary School Compares
See how Winthrop Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
35 Brookford Street, Dorchester, MA 02125
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winthrop Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridge Boston Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Conservatory Lab Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Orchard Gardens K-8 School (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,810
Median Home Value
$645,400
Median Rent
$1,897/mo
Population
33,069
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
35.2%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
23.4%
Median Age
34.4
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| Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Annie E Fales Westborough, MA | 8.2 |
| Barnstable Community Innovation School Hyannis, MA | 8.2 |
| Downey Westwood, MA | 8.2 |
| Hale Elementary School Roxbury, MA | 8.2 |
| Lake View Worcester, MA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winthrop Elementary School
What grades does Winthrop Elementary School serve?
Winthrop Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Winthrop Elementary School?
Winthrop Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winthrop Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Winthrop Elementary 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 Winthrop Elementary School rank in MA?
Winthrop Elementary School ranks #259 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Winthrop Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Winthrop Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Winthrop Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winthrop Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Winthrop Elementary School a charter school?
No, Winthrop Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winthrop Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Winthrop 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
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8379
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #18 of 109
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