Serving 553 students in grades 6-12, Hampden Charter School Of Science East 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 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampden Charter School Of Science East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Hampden Charter School Of Science East's student population of 553 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Our promise is to sustain small school size, provide extended math and science curriculum, individualized attention, college guidance, university outreach programs, and to encourage student-teacher-parent partnership.
School Rankings
Hampden Charter School Of Science East 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 Hampden Charter School Of Science East is 0.70, which is more 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
#818 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
42%
25%
Black
27%
10%
White
23%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Hampden Charter School Of Science East's ranking?
Hampden Charter School Of Science East is ranked #818 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hampden Charter School Of Science East often compared to?
Hampden Charter School Of Science Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Dupont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hampden Charter School Of Science East?
The graduation rate of Hampden Charter School Of Science East is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hampden Charter School Of Science East?
553 students attend Hampden Charter School Of Science East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Hampden Charter School Of Science East students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampden Charter School Of Science East?
Hampden Charter School Of Science East has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hampden Charter School Of Science East offer ?
Hampden Charter School Of Science East offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hampden Charter School Of Science East part of?
Hampden Charter School Of Science East is part of Hampden Charter School Of Science East School District.
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