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Higginson-Lewis K-8 School

131 Walnut Avenue, Roxbury, MA 02119, United States
+1 (617) 635-8247
http://www.bostonpublicschools.org
1.0
Overall Rating

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Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Overview

About This School

Higginson-Lewis K-8 School is a public middle in Roxbury, Massachusetts, serving 213 students in grades 3-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 8% proficiency in ELA and 5% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 9:1 student-teacher ratio with 23 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $120,490. Students at Higginson-Lewis K-8 School are 54% male and 46% female. The student body is composed of 55% Hispanic, 37% Black, 5% White, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

213
Total Students
Grade 3-8
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
23 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts7.5%
Mathematics5%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 3-8
County
Suffolk County
Students per Counselor
N/A:1

Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

7.5%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 30%State Avg: 44%
5%
Mathematics
City Avg: 24%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.8:1
State Avg: 12.5:1
Students per Counselor

Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
23

Average Teacher Salary

$120,490
City Avg: $120,490
State Avg: $85,529

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Students per Counselor:1

Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.99%
Male
46.01%
Female
Total Enrollment: 213 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White4.69%
Hispanic54.93%
Asian0.94%
Black36.62%
Two or More Races2.82%
Native American0%

Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Higginson-Lewis K-8 School

Q: What is Higginson-Lewis K-8 School?

A: Higginson-Lewis K-8 School is a middle public located in Roxbury.

Q: How many students attend Higginson-Lewis K-8 School?

A: Higginson-Lewis K-8 School has approximately 213 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Higginson-Lewis K-8 School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Higginson-Lewis K-8 School is 9:1.

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Detailed Information about Higginson-Lewis K-8 School

Higginson-Lewis K-8 School is a public middle in Roxbury, Massachusetts, serving 213 students in grades 3-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 8% proficiency in ELA and 5% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 9:1 student-teacher ratio with 23 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $120,490. Students at Higginson-Lewis K-8 School are 54% male and 46% female. The student body is composed of 55% Hispanic, 37% Black, 5% White, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

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About Higginson-Lewis K-8 School - Roxbury, MA

Quick Facts about Higginson-Lewis K-8 School
School NameHigginson-Lewis K-8 School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 3-8
Location131 Walnut Avenue, Roxbury, MA 02119, Roxbury, MA
CountySuffolk County
Phone+1 (617) 635-8247
Total Students213
Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Full-Time Teachers23
Rating1/10
ELA Proficiency7.5%
Math Proficiency5%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Higginson-Lewis K-8 School

What is Higginson-Lewis K-8 School?

Higginson-Lewis K-8 School is a middle public located in Roxbury.

How many students attend Higginson-Lewis K-8 School?

Higginson-Lewis K-8 School has approximately 213 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Higginson-Lewis K-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Higginson-Lewis K-8 School is 9:1.

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