Serving 501 students in grades 5-9, Veritas Preparatory Charter School 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 28% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-9
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veritas Preparatory Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Veritas Preparatory Charter School's student population of 501 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 96% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Veritas Preparatory Charter School 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 Veritas Preparatory Charter School is 0.46, which is less 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
#1257 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
71%
24%
Black
20%
10%
White
4%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veritas Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School is ranked #1257 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Veritas Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
Veritas Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baystate Academy Charter Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Veritas Preparatory Charter School?
501 students attend Veritas Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Veritas Preparatory Charter School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Veritas Preparatory Charter School?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Veritas Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Veritas Preparatory Charter School part of?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School is part of VERITAS Preparatory Charter School School District.
In what neighborhood is Veritas Preparatory Charter School located?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School is located in the South End neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South End.
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