2019 Best Public Schools in BostonAbout this List

Boston Latin School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 7-12
• 439

Senior: Overall, BLS was a great experience for me. I've met so many talented students and teachers, who have all taught me to be a better citizen and contribute to society. Also, yes, there's some serious competition within the school, but if you're academically driven and are ready to put in the effort to get through, it's a wonderful place to be!
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• A+

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

Brooke Charter School - Roslindale

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

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
• 458

Alum: When i think about my high school experience, there are many things that come to mind. Some of them are: good memories, bad memories, mistakes, lessons, happiness, heartbreak, misfortune, joy, drama, and most importantly, fun. High School to me seemed like it past by really fast, almost too fast sometimes.It was tough but overall a great experience that i will soon miss.
When i think about high school and all the memories, some of them were good, an some of them were bad. Some examples of good memories in high school is just like going to the different sports games with my friends. The sounds, the atmosphere, and the company of your friends is what makes the events so fun and exciting. Just good memories for me in general in high school include just the basic seeing people in the halls during passing period, doing class projects, attending assemblies, as well as just seeing people in class everyday.
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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

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
• 320

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

Boston Collegiate Charter School

• Public School
• Dorchester, MA
• 5-12
• 40

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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• A-

• 680 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Neighborhood House Charter School

• Public School
• Dorchester, MA
• PK, K-8

• A-

• 457 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Manassah E. Bradley Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-5

• B+

• 286 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Roxbury Preparatory Charter School

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

Middle School Student: I attended RPCS when I was younger. I was one of the biggest experiences for. I became in comtact with kids that went to the same church and school with me. Also, whenever I was down and I have no friends to talk to, I never hesitated. Why? Because, the teachers were my best friend and I told them everything. While playing soccer, my grades were dropping and the teachers helped me maintain both school and sports. In every case I never felt alone and I believe no other student in my place will ever feel alone. Thumbs up! !!!!
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• B+

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

Dr. William W. Henderson Inclusion Elementary School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-2

• B+

• 217 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fenway High School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 84

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

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

Lyon High School

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

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

Bridge Boston Charter School

• Public School
• Dorchester, MA
• PK, K-5

• B

• 267 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Eliot Elementary School

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

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

Josiah Quincy School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-5
• 13

Alum: Although it was a small highschool, I personally had a great experience. Obviously, I was one of those students who worked hard and got good grades. I can tell you my best friend, on the other hand, did not have such a great experience probably due to her issues with other classmates. There’s ups and downs all the time. I loved the teachers and counselors!
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• B

• 854 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Joseph J. Hurley School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-8

• B

• 353 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

New Mission High School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 19

Middle School Student: The school is quite nice, though the food isn’t the best. Sometimes the pasta is served raw sometimes as the meat is too. They try to fit the high school with the new 8th graders though this causes there to be not a lot of space. The 8th graders are able to use iPads for their math class and in the 8th grade science coding class they bought a new large robot thing. Its clear the teachers care but the students don’t. Students who are put in honors but don’t have the behavior of it really ruin the learning experience. The school isn’t really at fault though.
Read 19 Reviews

• B

• 320 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Patrick J. Kennedy School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-5

• B

• 297 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Match Charter Public School

• Public School
• Boston, MA
• PK, K-12
• 40

Alum: I was happy when I learned I was selected to attend MATCH to receive my high school education. MATCH offered myself as well as my African American peers the privilege of being in a safe, loving and caring environment. MATCH also offered us a different scenery because many of us are living in urban communities with drugs and violence. I was also able to get my sister and cousins in to the MATCH school system which was an honor because they are offered the same educational experiences as I was.
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• B

• 1,145 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Another Course to College

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 32

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

Boston Arts Academy

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 98

Senior: What I love about Boston Arts Academy is the diversity. As an arts an school, I beleive that teachers should take time to acknowledge the competition kids put amongst eachother. It makes kids feel as if they are not good enough and want to stop doing their art. However, the staff is great and really seem to care about their students!
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• B

• 447 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Boston International High School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• 9-12
• 10

Senior: In my school cares about the students as a person, not a race. We have more than 36 countries in our school where you can find more than 46 different languages. The news comers program makes students learn English faster here than other schools. I have been here for 3 years and my English improved since then. Students here are never scared to speak up their minds and speak to the world.
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• B

• 378 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Warren-Prescott School

• Boston Public Schools, MA
• PK, K-8

• B

• 582 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Richard J. Murphy School

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

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