2020 Best Public Schools in BostonAbout this List

Boston Latin School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 7-12
• 457 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+

• 2,403 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brooke Charter School - Roslindale

• Public School
• Roslindale, MA
• K-9
• 2 reviews

Parent: Great school. Strong academic program and amazing & invested teachers and administrators. Colllege focused and challenging curriculum. Could improve extra curricular activities and after school events.
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• A

• 1,608 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Boston Latin Academy

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 7-12
• 471 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

• 1,698 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Excel Academy Charter School

• Public School
• East Boston, MA
• 5-10
• 9 reviews

Parent: I love this schoolbecause there is a lot of structure and discipline. They care about the students and hpw they excel. This is one of the best charter school there is out of all the charter schools. If you want my opinion my daughter who came from a BPS school of 4 yrs transferred to this school and is doing much better than how she did in the Public school. I feel BPS schools are to lenient with their student.
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• A-

• 957 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

O'Bryant School of Math & Science

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

Senior: First I really love the O'Bryant! Its an exam school and considered one of the top schools in the country (gold star rated by US News). The teachers really want to see the students succeed. Teachers like Ms. Lakshmi and Mr. Hines challenge students academically and teach classes on a college level. However, there are things that I wish the OB had like better technology (Tv's/laptops/science & lab equipment/ student computer labs), interactive blackboards, better text books, building facilities need major upgrades, fresher lunches with more choices, SAT/ACT prep classes like Testive, more diverse course like African American studies.
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• A-

• 1,437 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dr. William W. Henderson Inclusion Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-2

• A-

• 217 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Boston Collegiate Charter School

• Public School
• Dorchester, MA
• 5-12
• 44 reviews

Senior: I love Boston Collegiate fr the many opportunities it has provided me with and the college preparation it has given me as well. I know that MANY other students in many other schools do not get the same preparation or aid as I do and that makes me much more grateful because if I did not have the support and guidance I have, given to me from BCCS, I do not how I would fare in my college application process. For that, I am eternally grateful and appreciative. However, BCCS has not always been great. At times, I felt BCCS to be excessively strict with rules limiting colors of socks, shoes and clothing that in no way could or did affect the education purpose of school. I also felt that BCCS was not for the faint of heart in terms of homework load. It was justified by being preparation for the intense work load in college however, for students from 7th grade to high school seniors, it proved to be too much for more than half of students.
Otherwise, BCCS was a great school.
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• B+

• 680 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Beethoven Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-3

• B+

• 329 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

New Mission High School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 20 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+

• 320 Students
• 13:1 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

• 125 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fenway High School

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

Senior: My experience at Fenway was tough but it was definitely worth it. The work pushes you and challenges you to do well. All of the teachers are caring and eager to help you succeed in your academics. The classrooms aren't too big so you are able to develop a good relationship with your teachers and your peers as well. The teachers aren't solely there for academic needs either, you can also come and talk to them about personal topics. As a whole, the Fenway community is really welcoming and does a great job getting everybody involved some how. There isn't really anything I would decide to change about this school.
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• B

• 360 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

• 139 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Boston Arts Academy

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 102 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

• 447 Students
• 9:1 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

• 498 Students
• 12:1 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

• 558 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Warren-Prescott School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-8

• B

• 582 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Neighborhood House Charter School

• Public School
• Dorchester, MA
• PK, K-12
• 1 review

Parent: This school is so inclusive, the diversity is amazing, I have another child in a higher ranking charter school but I really love NHCS. There is such a level of community there, the teachers are great, very accommodating and helpful.
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• B

• 457 Students
• 9:1 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

• 854 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Match Charter Public School

• Public School
• Boston, MA
• PK, K-12
• 42 reviews

Senior: Match gets us prepared for test and major tests and makes us think critically about situations. In other ways, Match has made us ready for college and made us be dependent for ourselves without having to depended on anyone. Match could be different with they had more sports teams or even more activities and clubs people can join in order to feel more connected with each other.
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• B

• 1,145 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

• 223 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Roxbury Preparatory Charter School

• Public School
• Roxbury, MA
• 5-10
• 7 reviews

Senior: Roxbury Prep provides a very high level of curricular activities for its students from middle school to high school. It also teaches the student the responsibility as well as the work ethic required to enter, succeed and graduate college. It can be seen in its 2019 senior class college acceptance rate and many Alumni.
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• B

• 1,306 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Manassah E. Bradley Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-5

• B

• 286 Students
• 16:1 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-

• 946 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers

• Public School
• Boston, MA
• 9-12
• 72 reviews

Senior: I love the opportunities they give for the medical field especially. Edward M Kennedy helps you get a foot in the door in the medical field. They help you get your CNA license and also connect you with hospital jobs. EMK is very good at finding opportunities.The only thing EMK should become is more organized and even more focus on there students and there needs. Also having more of the college experience style by doing internship that helps you with the major you want to be in, in college and not only the health field. EMK truly is a good school!
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• B-

• 359 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Joseph J. Hurley School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-8

• B-

• 353 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio