WILLIAM H OHRENBERGER

William H Ohrenberger is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Boston school district, located in West Roxbury, MA with about 648 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 48 teachers, William H Ohrenberger 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 William H. Ohrenberger School, located in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students within the Boston Public Schools (BPS) district. Named in honor of a local educator and community leader, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and civic responsibility. It serves a diverse student population, aiming to provide a comprehensive curriculum that meets the needs of learners from various backgrounds and abilities.

The school is known for its focus on building a strong community partnership between students, families, and staff. By utilizing the resources provided by the Boston Public Schools network, the Ohrenberger School integrates traditional classroom instruction with enrichment opportunities designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond. Its location in West Roxbury provides a neighborhood-centric atmosphere, prioritizing student safety and fostering a collaborative culture where academic achievement is balanced with character building.

For more information, contact William H Ohrenberger at (617) 635-8157 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

175 W Boundary Road
West Roxbury, MA 02132
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WILLIAM H OHRENBERGER is a public Title I school in West Roxbury, MA with about 648 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Boston
Total Students:
648
Teachers:
48.14
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
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 648 students

Hispanic/Latino
41.4%
Black or African American
28.2%
White
23.1%
Asian
4.0%
Two or more races
3.2%

Female
47.1%
Male
52.9%

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.