ISEE 2021 for RL, BH, etc

I am a mom of a 6th grader. I am so confused. I see that many schools ask for 8 and 9 on the ISEE. We had him take the ISEE July 2021 after some prep at home. He scored 6,7,8,9. I was surprised at the 8 and 9. He will take again in November after a few months of Math at school. I now feel like we should broaden our scope.

We live in Boston. Are the scores still too low for RL and Belmont Hill. He plays an instrument average) and is an average athlete. I am so torn as to whether or not to apply.

Does your child attend Boston public schools? What neighborhood do you live in? Are you an underrepresented minority? I assume the numbers you are quoting are the stanines? I had two sons who attended an ISL school. I have knowledge of both Belmont Hill & RL. I will send you a direct message & we can discuss if you would like.