BOSTON LATIN

Boston Latin is a Title I public high school that is part of the Boston school district, located in Boston, MA with about 2,453 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th 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 117 teachers, Boston Latin has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Boston Latin School (BLS), located at 78 Avenue Louis Pasteur in Boston, holds the distinction of being the oldest public school in the United States, founded in 1635. Steeped in a rich historical tradition, the institution is a public exam school that serves students in grades 7 through 12. It is renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum, which emphasizes a classical education rooted in the humanities, mathematics, and sciences. Admission to the school is highly competitive, based on a combination of academic records and standardized testing, attracting some of the highest-achieving students from across the city of Boston.

Beyond its demanding coursework, Boston Latin is known for fostering a strong sense of community and pride among its students, faculty, and vast network of alumni. The school offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletics, competitive arts programs, and numerous academic clubs, all designed to prepare students for success at top-tier universities. As part of the Boston Public Schools district, BLS remains committed to its original mission of providing a challenging, world-class education that equips its students to become informed and engaged citizens.

For more information, contact Boston Latin at (617) 635-8895 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.