Serving 731 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Quincy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 731 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Quincy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Quincy Elementary School's student population of 731 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
731 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Quincy Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Quincy Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#642 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
51%
8%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
13%
10%
White
18%
51%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Quincy Elementary School's ranking?
Quincy Elementary School is ranked #642 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Quincy Elementary School often compared to?
Quincy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eliot K-8 Innovation School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Quincy Elementary School?
731 students attend Quincy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Quincy Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Quincy Elementary School?
Quincy Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Quincy Elementary School offer ?
Quincy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Quincy Elementary School part of?
Quincy Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Quincy Elementary School located?
Quincy Elementary School is located in the Chinatown neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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