Serving 34 students in grades 9-12, Community Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Community Academy's student population of 34 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Community Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
44%
23%
Black
53%
10%
White
n/a
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Community Academy often compared to?
Community Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Fenway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Academy?
The graduation rate of Community Academy is 21-39%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Community Academy?
34 students attend Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Community Academy students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Academy?
Community Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Community Academy offer ?
Community Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Community Academy part of?
Community Academy is part of Boston School District.
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