For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,919 students in Mattapan, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mattapan, MA are Ellisonparks Early Education School, Chittick Elementary School and Mattahunt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mattapan, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mattapan have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mattapan, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellisonparks Early Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
108 Babson Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-7680
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-7680
Gr: PK-3 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Chittick Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
154 Ruskindale Road
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8652
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8652
Gr: PK-6 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mattahunt Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
123 Alabama St
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8792
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8792
Gr: PK-6 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Kipp Academy Boston Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
37 Babson Street, Kipp Academy
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 393-5682
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 393-5682
Gr: K-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1060 Morton Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8731
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8731
Gr: PK-6 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Mildred Avenue K-8 School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5 Mildred Avenue
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-1642
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-1642
Gr: PK-8 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Young Achievers K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20 Outlook Road
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-6804
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-6804
Gr: PK-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Mattapan, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Hebron Street
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8792
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8792
Gr: PK-5 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
20 Outlook Road
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8623
Mattapan, MA 02126
(617) 635-8623
Gr: 6-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Mattapan, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Mattapan, MA include Ellisonparks Early Education School, Chittick Elementary School and Mattahunt Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mattapan?
7 public elementary schools are located in Mattapan.
What is the racial composition of students in Mattapan?
Mattapan public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Mattapan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Mattapan include: Mildred Avenue K-8 School vs. Young Achievers K-8 School, Mattahunt Elementary School vs. Taylor Elementary School, Taylor Elementary School vs. Mattahunt Elementary School