Serving 169 students in grades 3-8, Higginson-lewis 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Higginson-lewis K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Higginson-lewis K-8 School's student population of 169 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Higginson-lewis 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 Higginson-lewis K-8 School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1615 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
58%
25%
Black
34%
10%
White
1%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Higginson-lewis K-8 School's ranking?
Higginson-lewis K-8 School is ranked #1615 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Higginson-lewis K-8 School often compared to?
Higginson-lewis K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hale Elementary School, Orchard Gardens K-8 School, Hennigan K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Higginson-lewis K-8 School?
169 students attend Higginson-lewis K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Higginson-lewis K-8 School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Higginson-lewis K-8 School?
Higginson-lewis K-8 School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Higginson-lewis K-8 School offer ?
Higginson-lewis K-8 School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Higginson-lewis K-8 School part of?
Higginson-lewis K-8 School is part of Boston School District.
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