C- Top 84%

Hernandez Elementary School

Grades PK-06 BOSTON, MA

Moved down 87 places from 2024 to 2025

#691 State Rank
C- District Grade
61 School Street, BOSTON, MA 02119
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
332 Students
94.3% Attendance Rate
36.4 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

22% Meeting or exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

31.2% Meeting or exceeding expectations

6.3% exceeding expectations

2023 28.5% 28.5%
2024 26.2% 26.2%
2025 31.2% 31.2%

Mathematics

29.4% Meeting or exceeding expectations

9.3% exceeding expectations

2023 20% 20%
2024 27.6% 27.6%
2025 29.4% 29.4%

Science

24.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

12% exceeding expectations

2023 20.5% 20.5%
2024 17.5% 17.5%
2025 24.5% 24.5%
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 22%—
2025English Language Arts03 39%11%
2025English Language Arts04 24%2%
2025English Language Arts05 31%7%
2025English Language Arts06 23%5%
2025English Language Arts08 39%—
2025Mathematics03 49%19%
2025Mathematics04 19%10%
2025Mathematics05 28%5%
2025Mathematics06 23%3%
2025Mathematics08 28%—
2025Science05 33%12%
2025Science08 16%—
2024English Language Arts03 49%13%
2024English Language Arts04 29%—
2024English Language Arts05 19%—
2024English Language Arts06 32%9%
2024English Language Arts07 16%—
2024English Language Arts08 12%4%
2024Mathematics03 51%15%
2024Mathematics04 20%—
2024Mathematics05 26%2%
2024Mathematics06 29%3%
2024Mathematics07 ——
2024Mathematics08 12%—
2024Science05 19%5%
2024Science08 16%4%
2023English Language Arts03 37%7%
2023English Language Arts04 9%—
2023English Language Arts05 42%9%
2023English Language Arts06 32%5%
2023English Language Arts07 27%8%
2023English Language Arts08 24%—
2023Mathematics03 31%4%
2023Mathematics04 13%2%
2023Mathematics05 28%—
2023Mathematics06 24%—
2023Mathematics07 20%—
2023Mathematics08 4%—
2023Science05 33%12%
2023Science08 8%—

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

332 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 73.8%
White 18.7%
Multiracial 4.8%
Black 2.7%

Gender

46.7% Male
53.3% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 50.6%
Special Education 18.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch 60.5%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.3% Attendance Rate
14% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

61 School Street, BOSTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hernandez Elementary School's grade rating?

Hernandez Elementary School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #691 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 84% 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 Hernandez Elementary School?

Approximately 332 students are enrolled at Hernandez Elementary School.

How does Hernandez Elementary School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Hernandez Elementary School's proficiency rates are: CIV (22% proficient), English Language Arts (31% proficient), Mathematics (29% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Hernandez Elementary School?

Hernandez Elementary School has an attendance rate of 94.3%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Hernandez Elementary School part of?

Hernandez Elementary 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.