Boston to close 100-year-old schools amid declining enrollment: Explore the 6 schools set to close in 2025-26

Boston Public Schools has proposed closing six historic schools by the end of the 2025-26 school year, citing declining enrollment and aging infrastructure. Among the schools affected are Excel High School, Dever Elementary, and the Mary Lyon Pilot High School, all over 100 years old. These closures aim to consolidate resources, improve facilities, and address academic challenges. If approved, around 1,300 students will be impacted, marking a significant shift in the city’s educational landscape.