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East Boston Central Catholic School

69 London Street, East Boston, MA, 02128-0212 -

School Notes Overview:

East Boston Central Catholic School is committed to strong basic skills development within a solid Christian Framework. The curriculum at all times is geared to foster the growth of individual self-worth; to develop a love and commitment to our faith; to encourage knowledge and pride in one’s heritage; to develop an appreciation and respect for cultural diversities; and to develop a commitment of service to others. East Boston Central Catholic School rests on a foundation of Christian beliefs. The philosophy of the school reflects the values and ideals of all those who have a vital part in the growth, development, and life of the school. The effectiveness of its philosophy is measured by the attitudes, behavior, and daily living of the students, parents, and faculty who have assimilated it. The philosophy of the school stresses the need for “community among people” as a basic strategy for students and faculty to value in coping with the perplexities and decisions of an ever-changing society. ...

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School Overview:

	East Boston Central Catholic School
School Membership(s)	National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation	Roman Catholic
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 8
County	Suffolk County, MA
Student Body
Total Students	234 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
% Students of Color	42%	21%
Students by Grade
	Pre-K - 13 students
	Kind - 26 students
	Grade 1 - 16 students
	Grade 2 - 24 students
	Grade 3 - 19 students
	Grade 4 - 21 students
	Grade 5 - 28 students
	Grade 6 - 29 students
	Grade 7 - 33 students
	Grade 8 - 25 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	12 teachers
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:18	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

East Boston Central Catholic School is committed to strong basic skills development within a solid Christian Framework. The curriculum at all times is geared to foster the growth of individual self-worth; to develop a love and commitment to our faith; to encourage knowledge and pride in one’s heritage; to develop an appreciation and respect for cultural diversities; and to develop a commitment of service to others. East Boston Central Catholic School rests on a foundation of Christian beliefs. The philosophy of the school reflects the values and ideals of all those who have a vital part in the growth, development, and life of the school. The effectiveness of its philosophy is measured by the attitudes, behavior, and daily living of the students, parents, and faculty who have assimilated it. The philosophy of the school stresses the need for “community among people” as a basic strategy for students and faculty to value in coping with the perplexities and decisions of an ever-changing society.
Profile last updated: 12/04/2006

In the News:

Hero teachers honored at school (7 News Boston)
posted on June 17, 2009 at 05:13:54 am
EAST BOSTON -- Two East Boston teachers and emergency medical technicians were honored Tuesday by the American Heart Association.
Rescuers lauded for saving girl at East Boston school (Boston Globe)
posted on June 16, 2009 at 08:04:35 pm
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Gratitude for a child saved (Boston Globe)
posted on March 15, 2009 at 06:11:42 am
More than two-dozen first-graders were squealing and bouncing balls that mid-February morning in the gym at East Boston Central Catholic School when 6-year-old Olivia Quigley suddenly collapsed. No one saw it coming. The little girl with the strawberry blonde hair and no front teeth had been in perfect health.

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (02128)	School Zip (02128)	(MA) State Average
Population (Approximate)	38,413 people	6,349,048 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	15%	43%
Population Average Age	33 years old	36 years old
Average Household size	2.7 persons	2.5 persons
Median Household Income	$31,013	$52,143
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	4.4 rooms	5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	70 years old	56 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	28% / 72%	58% / 42%