Serving 398 students in grades 9-12, Community Academy Of Science And Health 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Academy Of Science And Health ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Community Academy Of Science And Health's student population of 398 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Community Academy Of Science And Health 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 Community Academy Of Science And Health is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1504 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
29%
26%
Black
62%
10%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Boston School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Community Academy Of Science And Health's ranking?
Community Academy Of Science And Health is ranked #1504 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Academy Of Science And Health?
The graduation rate of Community Academy Of Science And Health is 60-64%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Community Academy Of Science And Health?
398 students attend Community Academy Of Science And Health.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Community Academy Of Science And Health students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Community Academy Of Science And Health?
Community Academy Of Science And Health has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Community Academy Of Science And Health offer ?
Community Academy Of Science And Health offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community Academy Of Science And Health part of?
Community Academy Of Science And Health is part of Boston School District.
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