BEETHOVEN

Beethoven is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Boston school district, located in West Roxbury, MA with about 324 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Beethoven has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Ludwig van Beethoven School, located in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, is a K-6 elementary school that operates as part of the Boston Public Schools (BPS) district. The school is known for its community-oriented atmosphere and commitment to providing a foundational education that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. Serving a diverse student body, the Beethoven School emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and science, while often integrating enrichment programs designed to foster creativity and critical thinking.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school plays a vital role in the West Roxbury neighborhood, often serving as a hub for local families. The school's mission generally aligns with the broader goals of the Boston Public Schools to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond by promoting inclusivity, equity, and high expectations. Prospective parents or community members interested in specific programming, enrollment procedures, or recent school performance metrics are encouraged to visit the official Boston Public Schools website or contact the school's administrative office directly.

For more information, contact Beethoven at (617) 635-8149 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5125 Washington Street
West Roxbury, MA 02132
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BEETHOVEN is a public Title I school in West Roxbury, MA with about 324 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Boston
Total Students:
324
Teachers:
22.41
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 324 students

White
40.4%
Black or African American
27.8%
Hispanic/Latino
25.9%
Two or more races
3.4%
Asian
2.5%

Female
51.5%
Male
48.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.