Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lee K-8 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 2% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lee K-8 School's student population of 551 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
551 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Lee K-8 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 Lee K-8 School is 0.60, 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
#1622 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
42%
26%
Black
48%
10%
White
4%
51%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee K-8 School's ranking?
Lee K-8 School is ranked #1622 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Lee K-8 School?
551 students attend Lee K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lee K-8 School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee K-8 School?
Lee K-8 School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lee K-8 School offer ?
Lee K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lee K-8 School part of?
Lee K-8 School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Lee K-8 School located?
Lee K-8 School is located in the Dorchester neighborhood of Dorchester Center, MA. There are 5 other public schools located in Dorchester.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i strongly recommend this school because in 2012 september the school will be welcoming new 6th graders for the first time and will keep adding until 8th grade the school will have citizen school for the upper school and have activities for the lower school the kids in this school dont show much volience the school serves free lunch to does with low income this school is a very safe enviorment for all kids from different culture this school doesnt encourage bullying and if one is being bullied they can report it anoynomisly the school teachers are very advanced for the kids and care very much for the kids the joseph lee school is a school to feel welcomed learn new thing make friends talk to your teacher and even the school has conselors for kids with personall problems
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