2020 Best Magnet Schools in the Boston AreaAbout this List

Boston Latin School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 7-12
• 461 reviews

Alum: This was an extremely great high school. It helped me prepared to college, and dare I even say, being in college now is easier than being in high school. Teachers and advisers are really supportive and are always there to help. I didn't do this, even though I should've, but seek help when you need it! There are tons of clubs and opportunities for you to make friends. There are even programs to help students look for internships. I really regretted not taking advantage of that because I was scared of my incapability. Everyone in this school is treated equally, so don't be afraid to dive into unfamiliar grounds.
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• A+

• 2,453 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Boston Latin Academy

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 7-12
• 477 reviews

Senior: Boston Latin Academy, like most schools where you're required to test to get into, is extremely demanding in terms of the courses and workload. In my experience, the teachers care about you and your education. Most of them stay after school to give opportunities for extra help to students who need them. On top of that, most teachers are great in terms of responding to emails. In terms of diversity, Boston Latin Academy boasts being the most diverse high school in Boston. The one thing that I would complain about is the school lunch. But then again, it's Boston Public Schools and BLA doesn't control that aspect.
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• A

• 1,781 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

O'Bryant School of Math & Science

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 7-12
• 346 reviews

Junior: The majority of the teachers are good and great, however, there is a handful (like every school) that has teachers who can't teach very well or at least are unable to help students fully grasp the content. I found great friends at O'Bryant and the biggest reason I choose this school was because of how diverse, Asians, Whites, African Americans, Muslims, and so many ethnicities!
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• A-

• 1,562 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dr. William W. Henderson Inclusion Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-1

• A-

• 212 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Beethoven Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-3

• B+

• 324 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

New Mission High School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 7-12
• 21 reviews

Senior: As a senior at New Mission High School, I assumed that the students would react in a crucial way towards me, as if I was known as a outsider and I would fail to do my assigned class work by receiving poor grades. However my assumptions appeared to be wrong when I noticed how the students were kind and my teachers welcomed me, as I was provided with so much helpful assistance along the way towards receiving A’s and B’s on my report cards.
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• B+

• 392 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lyon High School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 3 reviews

Niche User: There's a lot of support at this school. The curricula aren't challenging.
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• B

• 124 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fenway High School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 89 reviews

Senior: Fenway is a beautiful community. Of course there will be drama, hardships, and friendships that come and go, but this school will get you through it all. Students, no matter where they are from or their background, they will find their people. The people who they will call their friends,lasting to the point they become family. So many job and educational opportunities, kind souls in each faculty member, a safe place that students can call home. Career and college readiness classes, student created clubs, celebration of cultures, Fenway has it all. Fenways High School is truly the best High School I could've gone to, the experience has taught me so much. If I could give advice to anyone that is Picking a High school do yourself a favor and apply, enjoy every moment like it is your last and take nothing for granted, not the teachers, not the classes and not the people around you. I wish everyone an amazing High School experience.
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• B

• 364 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lyon School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• K-8
• 11 reviews

High School Junior: I had a lot of different espetiences in the school for being part of the student government such as having some responsibilities to orginize the cafeteria for certain events .
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• B

• 131 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Boston Arts Academy

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 103 reviews

Niche User: Boston Arts Academy is the first and only public high school dedicated to visual and performing arts in Boston Massachusetts! This amazing school is providing college-preparatory arts and academic education, and producing extraordinary artists-scholars-citizens from a very diverse student body! I LOVE THIS.
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• B

• 469 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Quincy Upper School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 6-12
• 31 reviews

Senior: My overall experience at Josiah Quincy Upper School is really nice. Although we are a small school, I know almost everyone in my grade. The teachers here are really nice and when you are in need of help they're happy to help. The school building overall is really old but it is still a great community.
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• B

• 507 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Eliot Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-8
• 2 reviews

Parent: The only reason I gave the school only 4 stars and not 5 is because of some of the elitist parents and the fundraisers that are geared towards wealthy families. No working class family can afford tickets to a gala, so that does marginalize some families. However, the amazing Principal is such a wonderful administrator, and caring and compassionate to all students needs. The teachers have all been top-notch and go above and beyond in every way possible. And it is wonderful the way that they take full advantage of the resources available to them being in the heart of Boston. From weekly trips to the skating rink, to the New England Aquarium and frequent visits to the state house, Museum of Science, events at TD Garden, North End Library, a collaborative with Boston Ballet and New England Conservancy... the list goes on and on... Love this school and all it offers!
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• B

• 635 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Warren-Prescott School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-8

• B

• 602 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Josiah Quincy School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-5
• 16 reviews

Alum: This school is extremely diverse considering that it is located near Chinatown. The school offers music classes and many after-school activities such as a robotics team. The school used to have a cooking class and a graphic design class that taught us essential business skills however, they only lasted one semester more until the programming ended. The school building does not have a gym or field, so they partner with the nearby YMCA for gym classes. The dance class is held within the auditorium as well as the wrestling team practice. The teachers are all friendly and helpful and try their best to make the classrooms a safe environment. The school is near many modes of public transportation and is easily accessible.
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• B

• 832 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Another Course to College

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 34 reviews

Alum: The teachers, and adminstration are excellent they really care about how education will change the lives of under privileged city kids. The one thing the school lacks is money so they can only do the best with what they have and sometimes things aren't fulfilled the way the students need them to be. The teachers really work hard to fill that gap and for that I appreciate them so much!
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• B

• 224 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Manassah E. Bradley Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-5

• B

• 295 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Richard J. Murphy School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-8
• 8 reviews

Niche User: My children are flourishing at the Murphy. The teachers are excellent and the Principal is amazing.
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• B-

• 941 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Pyne Arts School

• Lowell Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-8
• 1 review

Alum: Best experience I’ve had at a school overall. Started in 5th race and graduated my 8th grade with loving and caring peers as well as teachers.
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• B-

• 490 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Joseph J. Hurley School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-8

• B-

• 360 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Nathan Hale Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-5

• B-

• 158 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Muriel S. Snowden International School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 51 reviews

Alum: I enjoyed attending Snowden International High School. I met amazing students, had amazing teachers that I still am in contact with, and learned so much academically. In addition, I learned a lot about myself, and Snowden is actually where I vowed to pursue my true passion, acting. My teachers forged a relationship with students that made them feel more like mentors, and not just teachers. They were there for us in the classroom before the bell rang, and even after the bell rang.
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• B-

• 444 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Edward Everett Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-5

• B-

• 272 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Boston Community Leadership Academy

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 51 reviews

Sophomore: What I liked about Boston Community Leadership Academy when I first started was the way they are organized, by the way the teachers are with the students and that they celebrate your honors like if you have good grades like I have we will have an assembly and they will give you an certificate and you could be on he National Honor Society. I will recommend this school to people you learn a lot and there are great teachers there that will help you make your goals come true.
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• B-

• 474 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Phineas Bates Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-5
• 1 review

Parent: We took a chance on this school based on its smaller size and our ability to walk to the school. We have been very pleased overall. Our children love it here. It’s a supportive, welcoming and safe community that celebrates diversity. The Art teacher is amazing.
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• B-

• 262 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Excel High School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 60 reviews

Senior: The best part of my experience had to due with athletics. First of all the first two years of high school I was a three sport athlete, football, basketball, and baseball. Playing these sports turned me into a hard working, dedicated man. They also allowed me to have an identity in the school. After becoming a starter in all three sports and eventually a captain of three my sophomore year it felt like everyone in the school knew my name and that was such a good feeling. After breaking my hip in a football game I had to make a decision whether to play football and basketball because my doctor said i couldn't play both anymore. I ended up choosing basketball which was the right decision because i got to meet not only the best coach I've ever had, but one of the best humans i have ever met in my life. Overall, my high school experience was the best experience of my life.
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• B-

• 491 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio