Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Ellison-parks Early Education School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellison-parks Early Education School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ellison-parks Early Education School's student population of 190 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Ellison-parks Early Education 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 Ellison-parks Early Education School is 0.57, 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
#1086 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
39%
26%
Black
53%
10%
White
2%
51%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellison-parks Early Education School's ranking?
Ellison-parks Early Education School is ranked #1086 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Ellison-parks Early Education School often compared to?
Ellison-parks Early Education Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Young Achievers K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Ellison-parks Early Education School?
190 students attend Ellison-parks Early Education School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ellison-parks Early Education School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellison-parks Early Education School?
Ellison-parks Early Education School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ellison-parks Early Education School offer ?
Ellison-parks Early Education School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ellison-parks Early Education School part of?
Ellison-parks Early Education School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellison-parks Early Education School located?
Ellison-parks Early Education School is located in the Southern Mattapan neighborhood of Mattapan, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Southern Mattapan.
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