D Top 92%

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

Grades PK-08 BOSTON, MA

Moved up 14 places from 2024 to 2025

#325 State Rank
C- District Grade
906 Albany Street, BOSTON, MA 02119
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
716 Students
91.9% Attendance Rate
28.8 Composite Score
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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

9% Meeting or exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

11.2% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 9.2% 9.2%
2024 9.7% 9.7%
2025 11.2% 11.2%

Mathematics

11.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 5.2% 5.2%
2024 7.3% 7.3%
2025 11.3% 11.3%

Science

6% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 7% 7%
2024 5% 5%
2025 6% 6%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 9%—
2025English Language Arts03 14%—
2025English Language Arts04 5%—
2025English Language Arts05 6%—
2025English Language Arts06 20%3%
2025English Language Arts07 11%1%
2025English Language Arts08 11%—
2025Mathematics03 19%3%
2025Mathematics04 15%—
2025Mathematics05 6%—
2025Mathematics06 11%1%
2025Mathematics07 7%—
2025Mathematics08 10%—
2025Science05 9%2%
2025Science08 3%—
2024English Language Arts03 3%—
2024English Language Arts04 7%—
2024English Language Arts05 8%—
2024English Language Arts06 15%—
2024English Language Arts07 7%—
2024English Language Arts08 18%1%
2024Mathematics03 11%—
2024Mathematics04 16%—
2024Mathematics05 3%—
2024Mathematics06 4%—
2024Mathematics07 5%—
2024Mathematics08 5%—
2024Science05 5%—
2024Science08 5%—
2023English Language Arts03 8%—
2023English Language Arts04 4%—
2023English Language Arts05 9%—
2023English Language Arts06 13%—
2023English Language Arts07 11%—
2023English Language Arts08 10%1%
2023Mathematics03 11%—
2023Mathematics04 5%—
2023Mathematics05 3%—
2023Mathematics06 2%—
2023Mathematics07 4%1%
2023Mathematics08 6%—
2023Science05 3%—
2023Science08 11%—

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

716 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Black 54.6%
Hispanic 38.8%
White 2.4%
Multiracial 2.2%
Asian 1.4%

Gender

52.9% Male
47.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 48.3%
Special Education 24.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch 83.4%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

91.9% Attendance Rate
29.4% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

906 Albany Street, BOSTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orchard Gardens K-8 School's grade rating?

Orchard Gardens K-8 School has earned a grade of D, ranked #325 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 92% 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 Orchard Gardens K-8 School?

Approximately 716 students are enrolled at Orchard Gardens K-8 School.

How does Orchard Gardens K-8 School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Orchard Gardens K-8 School's proficiency rates are: CIV (9% proficient), English Language Arts (11% proficient), Mathematics (11% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Orchard Gardens K-8 School?

Orchard Gardens K-8 School has an attendance rate of 91.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Orchard Gardens K-8 School part of?

Orchard Gardens 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.