East Boston High School is a public high school located in the neighborhood of East Boston in Boston, Massachusetts. Specifically, the school is situated in the Eagle Hill Historic District. East Boston High is part of the Boston Public Schools system.
Serving 1,252 students in grades 7-12, East Boston High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Boston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Boston High School's student population of 1,252 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1880
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Class, Pride & Tradition
School Rankings
East Boston High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Boston High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1320 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
83%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
9%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Boston High School's ranking?
East Boston High School is ranked #1320 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are East Boston High School often compared to?
East Boston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fenway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Boston High School?
The graduation rate of East Boston High School is 86%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend East Boston High School?
1,252 students attend East Boston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of East Boston High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Boston High School?
East Boston High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Boston High School offer ?
East Boston High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Boston High School part of?
East Boston High School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is East Boston High School located?
East Boston High School is located in the Eagle Hill neighborhood of East Boston, MA.
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