For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 917 students in 02118, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02118, MA are Hurley K-8 School and Blackstone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02118 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02118, MA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02118, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hurley K-8 School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
70 Worcester Street
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8489
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8489
Gr: PK-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Blackstone Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
380 Shawmut Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8471
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 635-8471
Gr: PK-6 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02118, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02118, MA include Hurley K-8 School and Blackstone Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02118?
2 public elementary schools are located in 02118.
What is the racial composition of students in 02118?
02118 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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