MARIO UMANA ACADEMY

Mario Umana Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Boston school district, located in East Boston, MA with about 1,004 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 74 teachers, Mario Umana Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 Mario Umana Academy, located at 312 Border Street in East Boston, is a K-8 public school operating under the jurisdiction of the Boston Public Schools (BPS) district. Situated in the heart of the East Boston community, the school serves a diverse student population, reflecting the rich cultural and linguistic tapestry of the surrounding neighborhood. The academy focuses on providing a comprehensive academic foundation that prepares students for the transition to high school, emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.

Beyond its standard curriculum, the Mario Umana Academy is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive school climate. The school integrates social-emotional learning into its daily programming to help students develop interpersonal skills alongside their academic growth. By leveraging its location within the BPS system, the academy utilizes district-wide resources and partnerships to provide students with extracurricular opportunities and academic interventions designed to meet the needs of all learners, including English language learners and students with diverse learning requirements.

For more information, contact Mario Umana Academy at (617) 635-8481 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.