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#292 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 16% in state

Boston Collegiate Charter School

High School · Boston Collegiate Charter (District)

11 Mayhew Street, Dorchester, MA 02125

Charter

Enrollment

688

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

8.1

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#292 of 1,793

In Dorchester

#3 of 29

public schools

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.1/10

High School in Dorchester · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Boston Collegiate Charter School

Boston Collegiate Charter School is a public high school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston Collegiate Charter (District). Boston Collegiate Charter School serves approximately 688 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Boston Collegiate Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Boston Collegiate Charter School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Boston Collegiate Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Boston Collegiate Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+26.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,499
Chronic Absenteeism24.6%

Boston Collegiate Charter School — Students at Boston Collegiate Charter School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 132 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
75%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
46.3%
2019
Math
66.3%
ELA
56.7%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
39.3%
ELA
41%
2023
Math
45.3%
ELA
40.7%
2024
Math
49.8%
ELA
47.5%
2025
Math
54.5%
ELA
48.5%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Boston Collegiate Charter School Compares

See how Boston Collegiate Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in MA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
6
3 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
81 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
3 boys'·3 girls'·12 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

11 Mayhew Street, Dorchester, MA 02125

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boston Collegiate Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CRISTO REY BOSTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Boston Collaborative High School (rated 3.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby South Boston), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Russell Elementary School Dorchester 0.1 mi 4.2
Clap Elementary School Dorchester 0.2 mi 6.9
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACAD.-REGIONAL OFFICE Dorchester 0.2 mi 5.8
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY COLUMBIA CAMP Dorchester 0.2 mi 6.7
Everett Elementary School Dorchester 0.6 mi 5.8
Mason Elementary School Roxbury 0.6 mi 5.0
CRISTO REY BOSTON HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester 0.7 mi 5.5
Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School Boston 0.6 mi 5.5
Mather Elementary School Dorchester 0.9 mi 7.3
Conservatory Lab Charter School Dorchester 0.8 mi 7.9
Perkins Elementary School South Boston 0.8 mi 4.4
Winthrop Elementary School Dorchester 0.8 mi 8.2
BOSTON COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester 0.8 mi 8.5
UP Academy Charter School of Boston South Boston 1.0 mi 3.4
Boston Collaborative High School South Boston 1.0 mi 3.3
Dever Elementary School Dorchester 1.0 mi 5.1
Condon K-8 School South Boston 1.2 mi 3.5
ST PETER ACADEMY South Boston 1.2 mi
Orchard Gardens K-8 School Roxbury 1.0 mi 6.6
King Elementary School Dorchester 1.1 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02125 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,810

Median Home Value

$645,400

Median Rent

$1,897/mo

Population

33,069

College Educated

41.8%

Homeownership

35.2%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

23.4%

Median Age

34.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boston Collegiate Charter School

What grades does Boston Collegiate Charter School serve?

Boston Collegiate Charter School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Boston Collegiate Charter School?

Boston Collegiate Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 688 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boston Collegiate Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Boston Collegiate Charter School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boston Collegiate Charter School rank in MA?

Boston Collegiate Charter School ranks #292 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Boston Collegiate Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Boston Collegiate Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Collegiate Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boston Collegiate Charter School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Boston Collegiate Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Boston Collegiate Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Boston Collegiate Charter School a Title I school?

No, Boston Collegiate Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
73 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
688
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
81
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.6%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Boston Collegiate Charter (District)
District Enrollment
688
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,499
District Rank
#1 of 1

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