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Boston Renaissance Charter Public School

Elementary School · Boston Renaissance Charter Public (District)

1415 Hyde Park Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136

Charter

Enrollment

937

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,129 of 1,793

In Hyde Park

#5 of 9

public schools

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Boston Renaissance Charter Public School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Hyde Park · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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6.7/10

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About Boston Renaissance Charter Public School

Boston Renaissance Charter Public School is a public elementary school in Hyde Park, MA, part of Boston Renaissance Charter Public (District). Boston Renaissance Charter Public School serves approximately 937 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Boston Renaissance Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,129 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Boston Renaissance Charter Public School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Boston Renaissance 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.

34% of students at Boston Renaissance Charter Public School 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-22.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.6 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,508
Chronic Absenteeism34.2%

Boston Renaissance Charter Public School — Students at Boston Renaissance Charter Public School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
53%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
36.2%
ELA
33.8%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
31.4%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
26.8%
2022
Math
19.4%
ELA
23.8%
2023
Math
23.8%
ELA
29.3%
2024
Math
20%
ELA
22.3%
2025
Math
19.5%
ELA
25%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in MA
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.2%

Location

1415 Hyde Park Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Boston Renaissance Charter Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grew Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DELPHI ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Milton), 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
Grew Elementary School Hyde Park 0.4 mi 8.9
Channing Elementary School Hyde Park 0.4 mi 6.7
Roosevelt K-8 School Hyde Park 0.5 mi 6.4
NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park 0.5 mi 7.2
BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston 0.6 mi 7.0
Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School Hyde Park 0.5 mi 5.1
New Mission High School Hyde Park 1.0 mi 7.9
Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park 1.0 mi 3.8
Another Course To College Hyde Park 1.1 mi 4.8
Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park 1.1 mi 5.0
DELPHI ACADEMY Milton 1.2 mi 8.1
Conley Elementary School Roslindale 1.7 mi 7.0
Ohrenberger School West Roxbury 1.3 mi 6.2
Chittick Elementary School Mattapan 1.6 mi 8.1
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale 1.9 mi 6.6
Bates Elementary School Roslindale 1.9 mi 8.6
THACHER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milton 2.1 mi 7.1
Oakdale Dedham 1.7 mi 6.1
Brooke Charter School Roslindale 2.2 mi 7.4
Beethoven Elementary School West Roxbury 1.7 mi 4.1

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 Renaissance Charter Public School

What grades does Boston Renaissance Charter Public School serve?

Boston Renaissance Charter Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Boston Renaissance Charter Public School?

Boston Renaissance Charter Public School has an enrollment of approximately 937 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Boston Renaissance Charter Public School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Boston Renaissance Charter Public School rank in MA?

Boston Renaissance Charter Public School ranks #1,129 of 1,793 schools in MA.

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

Boston Renaissance Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Renaissance Charter Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Boston Renaissance Charter Public School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Boston Renaissance Charter Public School a charter school?

Yes, Boston Renaissance 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 Renaissance Charter Public School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
58 Good Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
937
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
83
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.2%

District

Boston Renaissance Charter Public (District)
District Enrollment
937
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,508
District Rank
#1 of 1

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