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#1388 of 1,793 schools in MA

Another Course to College

High School · Boston

612 Metropolitan Av, Hyde Park, MA 02136

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

4.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,388 of 1,793

In Hyde Park

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#87 of 109

Boston

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Another Course to College

4.8/10

High School in Hyde Park · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Another Course to College

Another Course to College is a public high school in Hyde Park, MA, part of Boston. Another Course to College serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Another Course to College has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,388 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Another Course to College show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Another Course to College sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

89% of students at Another Course to College were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-36.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-37 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness5.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation12.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,200
Chronic Absenteeism89.2%

Another Course to College — Students at Another Course to College score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2010
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2011
Math
54.5%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
44.5%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2014
Math
64.5%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
54.5%
ELA
95%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2019
Math
14.5%
ELA
30.3%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2021*
Math
15.5%
ELA
32.3%
2022
Math
25.3%
ELA
24.3%
2023
Math
10%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
16%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
9%
ELA
15%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Another Course to College Compares

See how Another Course to College performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
23th percentile in MA
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.9
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
89.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
12.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·12 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

612 Metropolitan Av, Hyde Park, MA 02136

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Another Course to College may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Mission High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Boston Preparatory Charter Public School (rated 5.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hyde Park, see our Hyde Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
New Mission High School Hyde Park 0.2 mi 7.9
Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park 0.2 mi 3.8
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park 0.4 mi 5.0
NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park 0.6 mi 7.2
BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston 0.7 mi 7.0
Grew Elementary School Hyde Park 0.8 mi 8.9
Chittick Elementary School Mattapan 0.7 mi 8.1
Conley Elementary School Roslindale 0.8 mi 7.0
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale 0.9 mi 6.6
Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Hyde Park 1.1 mi 5.6
Brooke Charter School Roslindale 1.2 mi 7.4
Mattahunt Elementary School Mattapan 1.1 mi 8.0
Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale 1.4 mi 9.5
Channing Elementary School Hyde Park 1.2 mi 6.7
Bates Elementary School Roslindale 1.3 mi 8.6
Roosevelt K-8 School Hyde Park 1.6 mi 6.4
DELPHI ACADEMY Milton 1.4 mi 8.1
Sumner Elementary School Roslindale 1.5 mi 7.3
Haley Pilot School Roslindale 1.6 mi 5.8
Tucker Milton 1.2 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,862

Median Home Value

$566,300

Median Rent

$1,772/mo

Population

38,071

College Educated

32.5%

Homeownership

53.4%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Another Course to College

What grades does Another Course to College serve?

Another Course to College serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Another Course to College?

Another Course to College has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Another Course to College?

The student-teacher ratio at Another Course to College is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Another Course to College rank in MA?

Another Course to College ranks #1,388 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Another Course to College's MySchoolScout rating?

Another Course to College has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Another Course to College?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Another Course to College has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Another Course to College a charter school?

No, Another Course to College is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Another Course to College a Title I school?

No, Another Course to College is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
89.2%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Boston
District Enrollment
45,742
Schools in District
109
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,200
District Rank
#87 of 109

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