Frederick Pilot Middle School

270 Columbia Road
Dorchester, MA 02121
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 215 students in grades 7-8, Frederick Pilot Middle 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 3% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 215 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Frederick Pilot Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Frederick Pilot Middle School's student population of 215 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

School Rankings

Frederick Pilot Middle 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 Frederick Pilot Middle School is 0.55, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1625 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
3%
42%
6%
44%
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
56%
26%
Black
38%
10%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.55
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Frederick Pilot Middle School's ranking?
Frederick Pilot Middle School is ranked #1625 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Frederick Pilot Middle School?
215 students attend Frederick Pilot Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Frederick Pilot Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frederick Pilot Middle School?
Frederick Pilot Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frederick Pilot Middle School offer ?
Frederick Pilot Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frederick Pilot Middle School part of?
Frederick Pilot Middle School is part of Boston School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 215 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 3% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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