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Boston Community Leadership Academy

High School · Boston

655 Metropolitan Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136

Enrollment

569

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

3.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,658 of 1,793

In Hyde Park

#9 of 9

public schools

In district

#103 of 109

Boston

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3.8/10

High School in Hyde Park · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Boston Community Leadership Academy

Boston Community Leadership Academy is a public high school in Hyde Park, MA, part of Boston. Boston Community Leadership Academy serves approximately 569 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Boston Community Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,658 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Boston Community Leadership Academy show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Boston Community Leadership Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

70% of students at Boston Community Leadership 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation19.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,200
Chronic Absenteeism69.8%

Boston Community Leadership Academy — Students at Boston Community Leadership Academy score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
18%

* 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: 1.4/10.

How Boston Community Leadership Academy Compares

See how Boston Community Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in MA
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
14
8 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
69.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
19.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
8 boys'·6 girls'·14 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

655 Metropolitan Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boston Community Leadership Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Mission High School (rated 7.9/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School (rated 5.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hyde Park, see our Hyde Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
New Mission High School Hyde Park 0.0 mi 7.9
Another Course To College Hyde Park 0.2 mi 4.8
NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park 0.4 mi 7.2
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park 0.4 mi 5.0
Grew Elementary School Hyde Park 0.6 mi 8.9
BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston 0.6 mi 7.0
Chittick Elementary School Mattapan 0.7 mi 8.1
Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Hyde Park 1.0 mi 5.6
Conley Elementary School Roslindale 0.9 mi 7.0
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale 1.1 mi 6.6
Channing Elementary School Hyde Park 1.1 mi 6.7
Brooke Charter School Roslindale 1.3 mi 7.4
Mattahunt Elementary School Mattapan 1.2 mi 8.0
Roosevelt K-8 School Hyde Park 1.4 mi 6.4
DELPHI ACADEMY Milton 1.3 mi 8.1
Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale 1.5 mi 9.5
Bates Elementary School Roslindale 1.4 mi 8.6
Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School Hyde Park 1.5 mi 5.1
Tucker Milton 1.2 mi 6.0
Sumner Elementary School Roslindale 1.7 mi 7.3

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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Charlestown High School Charlestown, MA 3.7
Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School South Hadley, MA 3.9
Excel High School South Boston, MA 4.0
Athol High Athol, MA 4.2
BISHOP STANG HIGH SCHOOL North Dartmouth, MA 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Boston Community Leadership Academy

What grades does Boston Community Leadership Academy serve?

Boston Community Leadership Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Boston Community Leadership Academy?

Boston Community Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 569 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Boston Community Leadership Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Boston Community Leadership Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boston Community Leadership Academy rank in MA?

Boston Community Leadership Academy ranks #1,658 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Boston Community Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Boston Community Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Boston Community Leadership Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boston Community Leadership Academy has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Boston Community Leadership Academy a charter school?

No, Boston Community Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Boston Community Leadership Academy a Title I school?

No, Boston Community Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
57 Good Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
569
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
69.8%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

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

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