Below Average
#1522 of 1,793 schools in MA
Young Achievers K-8 School
Elementary School · Boston
20 Outlook Road, Mattapan, MA 02126
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,522 of 1,793
In Mattapan
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#95 of 109
Boston
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Young Achievers K-8 School
Elementary School in Mattapan · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Young Achievers K-8 School
Young Achievers K-8 School is a public elementary school in Mattapan, MA, part of Boston. Young Achievers K-8 School serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Achievers K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,522 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Young Achievers K-8 School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Young Achievers K-8 School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
63% of students at Young Achievers 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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Young Achievers K-8 School — Students at Young Achievers 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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.8/10.
How Young Achievers K-8 School Compares
See how Young Achievers K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20 Outlook Road, Mattapan, MA 02126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Young Achievers K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Philbrick Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chittick Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mattahunt Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mattapan, see our Mattapan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mildred Avenue K-8 School Mattapan | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BEREA SDA ACADEMY Mattapan | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Shaw Elementary School Dorchester | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| KIPP Academy Boston Charter School Mattapan | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Mattahunt Elementary School Mattapan | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| EllisonParks Early Education School Mattapan | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Haley Pilot School Roslindale | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy Dorchester | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Chittick Elementary School Mattapan | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Lee K-8 School Dorchester | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Taylor Elementary School Mattapan | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| TechBoston Academy Dorchester | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School Dorchester | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Tucker Milton | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MARY OF THE HILLS SCHOOL Milton | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Lee Academy Dorchester | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Holmes Elementary School Dorchester | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Codman Academy Charter Public School Dorchester | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,206
Median Home Value
$515,000
Median Rent
$1,659/mo
Population
25,313
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
37.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Winthrop, MA | 4.4 |
| James B Congdon New Bedford, MA | 4.4 |
| James Clark School Agawam, MA | 4.4 |
| John E. McCarthy Peabody, MA | 4.4 |
| Memorial Winchendon, MA | 4.4 |
| Pawtucketville Memorial Lowell, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Young Achievers K-8 School
What grades does Young Achievers K-8 School serve?
Young Achievers K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Young Achievers K-8 School?
Young Achievers K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Achievers K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Young Achievers K-8 School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Young Achievers K-8 School rank in MA?
Young Achievers K-8 School ranks #1,522 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Young Achievers K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Young Achievers K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Young Achievers K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Achievers K-8 School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Young Achievers K-8 School a charter school?
No, Young Achievers K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Young Achievers K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Young Achievers 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
- 466
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.1%
- Phone
- (617) 635-6804
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #95 of 109
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