Serving 695 students in grades 6-12, Boston Preparatory Charter Public 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 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School's student population of 695 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boston Preparatory Charter Public School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1289 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
31%
25%
Black
61%
10%
White
1%
53%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boston Preparatory Charter Public School's ranking?
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School is ranked #1289 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boston Preparatory Charter Public School?
The graduation rate of Boston Preparatory Charter Public School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Boston Preparatory Charter Public School?
695 students attend Boston Preparatory Charter Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Boston Preparatory Charter Public School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boston Preparatory Charter Public School?
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boston Preparatory Charter Public School offer ?
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boston Preparatory Charter Public School part of?
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School is part of Boston Preparatory Charter Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Boston Preparatory Charter Public School located?
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School is located in the West Street And River Street neighborhood of Hyde Park, MA.
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