Rising Tide Charter Public School is a middle and high school in Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States that was founded in 1998.
Serving 623 students in grades 5-12, Rising Tide Charter Public School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rising Tide Charter Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Rising Tide Charter Public School's student population of 623 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Grey, dark blue
School Calendar
School Motto
鈥済raduate capable and prepared young adults who have already sown within themselves a sense of place and belonging that will be the bounty of the future鈥
School Rankings
Rising Tide Charter Public School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rising Tide Charter Public School is 0.34, 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
#575 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
81%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Rising Tide Charter Public School's ranking?
Rising Tide Charter Public School is ranked #575 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rising Tide Charter Public School?
The graduation rate of Rising Tide Charter Public School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rising Tide Charter Public School?
623 students attend Rising Tide Charter Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Rising Tide Charter Public School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rising Tide Charter Public School?
Rising Tide Charter Public School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rising Tide Charter Public School offer ?
Rising Tide Charter Public School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rising Tide Charter Public School part of?
Rising Tide Charter Public School is part of Rising Tide Charter Public School District.
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