CIV
8%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
F
Top 99%
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
Grades 03-08 BOSTON, MA
Moved up 3 places from 2024 to 2025
#349
State Rank
C-
District Grade
131 Walnut Avenue, BOSTON, MA 02119
Diverse
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.
English Language Arts
12%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
4.5% exceeding expectations
2023
9%
9%
2024
8.8%
8.8%
2025
12%
12%
Mathematics
7.5%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023
6.3%
6.3%
2024
7%
7%
2025
7.5%
7.5%
Science
6.5%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023
12%
12%
2024
20%
20%
2025
6.5%
6.5%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 8% | — |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 03 | — | — |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 04 | 10% | — |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 05 | — | — |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 06 | 26% | 6% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 7% | — |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 5% | 3% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 03 | 4% | — |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 04 | 5% | — |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 05 | — | — |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 06 | 18% | — |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | — | — |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 3% | — |
| 2025 | Science | 05 | 8% | — |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 5% | — |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 03 | 6% | — |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 04 | 4% | — |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 05 | 17% | — |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 06 | 14% | — |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | 3% | — |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | — | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 03 | 6% | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 04 | 4% | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 05 | 7% | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 06 | 11% | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | — | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | — | — |
| 2024 | Science | 05 | 20% | — |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | — | — |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 03 | — | — |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 04 | 11% | — |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 05 | 19% | — |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 06 | 3% | — |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | — | — |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 3% | — |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 03 | 5% | — |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 04 | 11% | — |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 05 | — | — |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 06 | 3% | — |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | — | — |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | — | — |
| 2023 | Science | 05 | 12% | — |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | — | — |
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
246 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
53.3%
Male
46.7%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
42.7%
Special Education
37.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
89.4%
Attendance Rate
33.9%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
F-Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Higginson/Lewis K-8 School's grade rating?
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School has earned a grade of F, ranked #349 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 99% 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 Higginson/Lewis K-8 School?
Approximately 246 students are enrolled at Higginson/Lewis K-8 School.
How does Higginson/Lewis K-8 School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, Higginson/Lewis K-8 School's proficiency rates are: CIV (8% proficient), English Language Arts (12% proficient), Mathematics (8% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the attendance rate at Higginson/Lewis K-8 School?
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School has an attendance rate of 89.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is Higginson/Lewis K-8 School part of?
Higginson/Lewis 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.
