Boston Latin Academy vs Higginson-Lewis K-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 556 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boston Latin Academy
Dorchester · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,693 students
Higginson-Lewis K-8 School
Roxbury · Public middle · Grades 3–8
213 students
| Measure | Boston Latin Academy Dorchester, Massachusetts | Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #122 of 300 | #297 of 300 |
| National rank | #2223 of 16,910 | #14269 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 3–8 |
| Students | 1,693 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 1,693 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 4% |
| city | Dorchester | Roxbury |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Boston Latin Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 17.0).
- •Boston Latin Academy does better on math proficiency (81% vs 4%).
- •Boston Latin Academy does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 10%).
- •Higginson-Lewis K-8 School does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 18.0).
- •Boston Latin Academy is the larger school with 1,693 students compared with 213.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Boston Latin Academy better than Higginson-Lewis K-8 School?
On the Success Index (US), Boston Latin Academy ranks higher (74.5 vs 17.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Boston Latin Academy and Higginson-Lewis K-8 School?
About 556 m in a straight line, between Dorchester and Roxbury in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boston Latin Academy: 1,693. Higginson-Lewis K-8 School: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boston Latin Academy and Higginson-Lewis K-8 School rank in Massachusetts?
Boston Latin Academy is 122nd of 300 and Higginson-Lewis K-8 School is 297th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).