Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kilmer K-8 School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kilmer K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Kilmer K-8 School's student population of 371 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Kilmer K-8 School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kilmer K-8 School is 0.70, which is more 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
#755 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
24%
25%
Black
18%
10%
White
46%
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
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
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 Kilmer K-8 School's ranking?
Kilmer K-8 School is ranked #755 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Kilmer K-8 School often compared to?
Kilmer K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyndon K-8 School, Beethoven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Kilmer K-8 School?
371 students attend Kilmer K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Kilmer K-8 School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kilmer K-8 School?
Kilmer K-8 School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kilmer K-8 School offer ?
Kilmer K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kilmer K-8 School part of?
Kilmer K-8 School is part of Boston School District.
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