Serving 134 students in grades 2-12, Melvin H. King South End 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melvin H. King South End Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Melvin H. King South End Academy's student population of 134 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Melvin H. King South End Academy 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 Melvin H. King South End Academy is 0.62, 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
#1624 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
42%
25%
Black
45%
10%
White
7%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melvin H. King South End Academy's ranking?
Melvin H. King South End Academy is ranked #1624 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Melvin H. King South End Academy often compared to?
Melvin H. King South End Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Brighton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melvin H. King South End Academy?
The graduation rate of Melvin H. King South End Academy is 21-39%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Melvin H. King South End Academy?
134 students attend Melvin H. King South End Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Melvin H. King South End Academy students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melvin H. King South End Academy?
Melvin H. King South End Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Melvin H. King South End Academy offer ?
Melvin H. King South End Academy offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Melvin H. King South End Academy part of?
Melvin H. King South End Academy is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Melvin H. King South End Academy located?
Melvin H. King South End Academy is located in the Fairmount Hill neighborhood of Boston, MA.
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