Very Good
#619 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 35% in state
Boston Arts Academy
High School · Boston
174 Ipswich Street, Boston, MA 02215
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#619 of 1,793
In Boston
#5 of 15
public schools
In district
#36 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Boston Arts Academy
Boston Arts Academy is a public high school in Boston, MA, part of Boston. Boston Arts Academy serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Boston Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #619 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Boston Arts Academy show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Boston Arts Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
59% of students at Boston Arts Academy 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
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Boston Arts Academy — Students at Boston Arts Academy score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.8/10.
How Boston Arts Academy Compares
See how Boston Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
174 Ipswich Street, Boston, MA 02215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boston Arts Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE NEWMAN SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COMMONWEALTH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE NEWMAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boston, see our Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Latin School Boston | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Carter School Dorchester | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| WINSOR SCHOOL Boston | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boston | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Tobin K-8 School Roxbury | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| THE NEWMAN SCHOOL Boston | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| THE NEWMAN SCHOOL Boston | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Madison Park Technical Vocational High School Roxbury | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| MALIK ACADEMY Roxbury Crossing | 1.1 mi | — |
| BEACON ACADEMY INC Boston | 0.8 mi | — |
| BOSTON UNIVERSITY ACADEMY Boston | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boston | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| O'Bryant School of Math & Science Roxbury | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Fenway High School Roxbury | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW ENGLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Brookline | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (Horace Mann Boston | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| PAIGE ACADEMY Roxbury | 1.2 mi | — |
| Snowden International High School Boston | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| COMMONWEALTH SCHOOL Boston | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| IVY STREET SCHOOL Brookline | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,827
Median Home Value
$683,800
Median Rent
$2,385/mo
Population
24,054
College Educated
84.6%
Homeownership
8.5%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
21.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School Devens, MA | 7.0 |
| Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee, MA | 7.0 |
| Leicester High Leicester, MA | 7.0 |
| Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical Rochester, MA | 7.0 |
| Rockland Senior High Rockland, MA | 7.0 |
| Snowden International High School Boston, MA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boston Arts Academy
What grades does Boston Arts Academy serve?
Boston Arts Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Boston Arts Academy?
Boston Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boston Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Boston Arts Academy is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boston Arts Academy rank in MA?
Boston Arts Academy ranks #619 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Boston Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Boston Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Boston Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boston Arts Academy has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Boston Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Boston Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boston Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Boston Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.6%
- Phone
- (617) 635-6470
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #36 of 109
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