C Top 76%

Curley K-8 School

Grades PK-08 BOSTON, MA

Moved down 57 places from 2024 to 2025

#268 State Rank
C- District Grade
493 Centre Street, BOSTON, MA 02130
Diverse
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
955 Students
92.2% Attendance Rate
34.8 Composite Score

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

CIV

1% Meeting or exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

30.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

12% exceeding expectations

2023 34.3% 34.3%
2024 34% 34%
2025 30.3% 30.3%

Mathematics

28.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

11.8% exceeding expectations

2023 28% 28%
2024 30.8% 30.8%
2025 28.5% 28.5%

Science

21.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

10% exceeding expectations

2023 24.5% 24.5%
2024 24% 24%
2025 21.5% 21.5%
View published results by year and grade
Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 1%—
2025English Language Arts03 32%5%
2025English Language Arts04 44%11%
2025English Language Arts05 40%5%
2025English Language Arts06 53%27%
2025English Language Arts07 9%—
2025English Language Arts08 4%—
2025Mathematics03 36%12%
2025Mathematics04 46%12%
2025Mathematics05 40%12%
2025Mathematics06 42%11%
2025Mathematics07 3%—
2025Mathematics08 4%—
2025Science05 40%10%
2025Science08 3%—
2024English Language Arts03 50%11%
2024English Language Arts04 47%12%
2024English Language Arts05 40%9%
2024English Language Arts06 44%22%
2024English Language Arts07 13%—
2024English Language Arts08 10%1%
2024Mathematics03 48%17%
2024Mathematics04 53%15%
2024Mathematics05 40%11%
2024Mathematics06 38%13%
2024Mathematics07 2%—
2024Mathematics08 4%—
2024Science05 42%7%
2024Science08 6%—
2023English Language Arts03 55%5%
2023English Language Arts04 47%15%
2023English Language Arts05 43%6%
2023English Language Arts06 48%23%
2023English Language Arts07 4%—
2023English Language Arts08 9%—
2023Mathematics03 38%9%
2023Mathematics04 46%15%
2023Mathematics05 37%4%
2023Mathematics06 41%6%
2023Mathematics07 5%—
2023Mathematics08 1%—
2023Science05 37%7%
2023Science08 12%—

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

955 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 39.1%
White 31.6%
Black 18.1%
Multiracial 7.4%
Asian 3.6%

Gender

55.7% Male
44.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 26.7%
Special Education 35.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch 51.8%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

92.2% Attendance Rate
26.2% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

493 Centre Street, BOSTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Curley K-8 School's grade rating?

Curley K-8 School has earned a grade of C, ranked #268 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 76% of Massachusetts Combined schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Curley K-8 School?

Approximately 955 students are enrolled at Curley K-8 School.

How does Curley K-8 School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Curley K-8 School's proficiency rates are: CIV (1% proficient), English Language Arts (30% proficient), Mathematics (28% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Curley K-8 School?

Curley K-8 School has an attendance rate of 92.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Curley K-8 School part of?

Curley K-8 School is part of Boston School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.