Serving 666 students in grades 2-12, Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper 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 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper's student population of 666 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1329 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
31%
24%
Black
44%
10%
White
13%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper's ranking?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is ranked #1329 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper often compared to?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upperis often viewed alongside schools like Neighborhood House Charter School, Boston Collegiate Charter School, Murphy K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper?
The graduation rate of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is 85-89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper?
666 students attend Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper offer ?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper part of?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper located?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is located in the Dorchester neighborhood of Dorchester Center, MA. There are 5 other public schools located in Dorchester.
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