For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 364 students in Allston, MA (there are 3 private schools, serving 370 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in Allston, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in Allston, MA is Gardner Pilot Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Allston, MA public school have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Allston have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Allston, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gardner Pilot Academy
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
30 Athol Street
Allston, MA 02134
(617) 635-8365
Allston, MA 02134
(617) 635-8365
Gr: PK-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Allston, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in Allston, MA include Gardner Pilot Academy.
How many public schools are located in Allston?
1 public schools are located in Allston.
What percentage of students in Allston go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in Allston are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Allston?
Allston public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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