Summary:
The 02132 zip code of West Roxbury, Massachusetts is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through middle school grades. The data reveals a mix of academic performance, with Lyndon K-8 School and Kilmer K-8 School ranking in the top 45% of Massachusetts elementary schools, while Ohrenberger School struggles with test scores below the Boston and Massachusetts averages.
Lyndon K-8 School stands out as a high performer, ranking in the top 40% of Massachusetts elementary schools and outperforming the state and district averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency. Kilmer K-8 School also demonstrates strong performance, particularly in Mathematics, with 70% of 3rd graders and 44.44% of 6th graders proficient or better. In contrast, Ohrenberger School lags behind in both subjects, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to support student achievement during the critical middle school transition.
The schools in the 02132 zip code vary in their student demographics, with Lyndon K-8 School having a majority white student population and Ohrenberger School serving a more diverse, majority minority student body. While the data does not provide information on free/reduced lunch rates, the schools generally have high per-student spending, ranging from $23,965 to $29,030 per student. These disparities in performance and resources suggest that factors beyond just funding may be contributing to the differences in student outcomes across the schools in this area.
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