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Boston Preparatory Charter Public School

High School · Boston Preparatory Charter Public (District)

885 River Street, Hyde Park, MA 02136

Charter

Enrollment

695

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,318 of 1,793

In Hyde Park

#7 of 9

public schools

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Boston Preparatory Charter Public School

5.0/10

High School in Hyde Park · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Boston Preparatory Charter Public School

Boston Preparatory Charter Public School is a public high school in Hyde Park, MA, part of Boston Preparatory Charter Public (District). Boston Preparatory Charter Public School serves approximately 695 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Boston Preparatory Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,318 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Boston Preparatory Charter Public School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Boston Preparatory Charter Public 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 Progress2.2Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-25.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.7 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation8.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,708
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

Boston Preparatory Charter Public School — Students at Boston Preparatory Charter Public School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 112 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
69%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
42.4%
ELA
39.8%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
44.7%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
31.8%
2022
Math
20.2%
ELA
32.2%
2023
Math
16.6%
ELA
26.8%
2024
Math
17.8%
ELA
25.2%
2025
Math
16.8%
ELA
20.2%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
27th percentile in MA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
3
2 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
8.3% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics3sports offered
2 boys'·1 girls'·3 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

885 River Street, Hyde Park, MA 02136

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boston Preparatory Charter Public School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Mission High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Another Course To College (rated 4.8/10, 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 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
New Mission High School Hyde Park 0.4 mi 7.9
Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park 0.4 mi 3.8
Chittick Elementary School Mattapan 0.5 mi 8.1
Another Course To College Hyde Park 0.4 mi 4.8
NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park 0.7 mi 7.2
Mattahunt Elementary School Mattapan 1.0 mi 8.0
Tucker Milton 0.8 mi 6.0
DELPHI ACADEMY Milton 1.1 mi 8.1
Grew Elementary School Hyde Park 0.9 mi 8.9
BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston 1.0 mi 7.0
Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Hyde Park 1.1 mi 5.6
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale 1.3 mi 6.6
EllisonParks Early Education School Mattapan 1.2 mi 5.9
Conley Elementary School Roslindale 1.2 mi 7.0
KIPP Academy Boston Charter School Mattapan 1.3 mi 5.0
Brooke Charter School Roslindale 1.5 mi 7.4
ST MARY OF THE HILLS SCHOOL Milton 1.2 mi 6.2
Roosevelt K-8 School Hyde Park 1.5 mi 6.4
Mildred Avenue K-8 School Mattapan 1.4 mi 5.0
Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale 1.6 mi 9.5

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 Boston Preparatory Charter Public School

What grades does Boston Preparatory Charter Public School serve?

Boston Preparatory Charter Public School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Boston Preparatory Charter Public School?

Boston Preparatory Charter Public School has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Boston Preparatory Charter Public School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boston Preparatory Charter Public School rank in MA?

Boston Preparatory Charter Public School ranks #1,318 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Boston Preparatory Charter Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Boston Preparatory Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Preparatory Charter Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boston Preparatory Charter Public School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Boston Preparatory Charter Public School a charter school?

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

Is Boston Preparatory Charter Public School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
53 Good Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Boston Preparatory Charter Public (District)
District Enrollment
695
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,708
District Rank
#1 of 1

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