Summary:
The 02127 zip code in South Boston, Massachusetts is home to 4 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade. These schools include Condon K-8 School, Tynan Elementary School, Perry Elementary School, and Perkins Elementary School. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance between these schools, with Perry Elementary standing out as the highest-performing and Condon K-8 as the lowest-performing.
Perry Elementary School is the clear standout, ranking 4 out of 5 stars and consistently outperforming the Boston and Massachusetts averages on MCAS test scores across all grade levels and subject areas. In 2024-2025, over 50% of Perry Elementary students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, far exceeding the district and state averages. In contrast, Condon K-8 School appears to be the lowest performing, ranking in the bottom 10% of Massachusetts elementary schools and scoring well below the Boston and state averages on MCAS tests, with only around 5% of students proficient or better in Mathematics.
The data also shows that while all the schools have relatively high per-student spending, ranging from $28,000 to $32,000, this does not necessarily translate to strong academic results. The significant performance gaps between the schools suggest that simply increasing funding may not be enough to drive improvement, and that addressing equity and opportunity gaps within the district will be crucial for ensuring all students have access to a high-quality education.
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