Boston Latin School vs O'Bryant School of Math & Science
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boston Latin School
Boston · Public high · Grades 7–12
2,424 students
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
Roxbury · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,509 students
| Measure | Boston Latin School Boston, Massachusetts | O'Bryant School of Math & Science Roxbury, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #76 of 300 | #71 of 300 |
| National rank | #1131 of 16,910 | #1029 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 2,424 | 1,509 |
| Enrollment | 2,424 | 1,509 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 89% |
| city | Boston | Roxbury |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.9 vs 81.7).
- •Boston Latin School does better on math proficiency (94% vs 89%).
- •Boston Latin School does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 79%).
- •O'Bryant School of Math & Science does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 18.8).
- •Boston Latin School is the larger school with 2,424 students compared with 1,509.
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 School better than O'Bryant School of Math & Science?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Boston Latin School and O'Bryant School of Math & Science?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Boston and Roxbury in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boston Latin School: 2,424. O'Bryant School of Math & Science: 1,509. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boston Latin School and O'Bryant School of Math & Science rank in Massachusetts?
Boston Latin School is 76th of 300 and O'Bryant School of Math & Science is 71st of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).