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#1203 of 1,793 schools in MA
Community Academy of Science and Health
High School · Boston
11 Charles Street, Dorchester, MA 02122
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
341
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,203 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#15 of 29
public schools
In district
#69 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Community Academy of Science and Health
High School in Dorchester · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Community Academy of Science and Health
Community Academy of Science and Health is a public high school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Community Academy of Science and Health serves approximately 341 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Academy of Science and Health has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,203 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Community Academy of Science and Health show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Community Academy of Science and Health sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
63% of students at Community Academy of Science and Health 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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Community Academy of Science and Health — Students at Community Academy of Science and Health score 17% proficient, which is below 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 Community Academy of Science and Health Compares
See how Community Academy of Science and Health 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
11 Charles Street, Dorchester, MA 02122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Community Academy of Science and Health may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Dorchester Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Conservatory Lab Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,945
Median Home Value
$656,400
Median Rent
$2,052/mo
Population
23,471
College Educated
37.5%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Community Academy of Science and Health
What grades does Community Academy of Science and Health serve?
Community Academy of Science and Health serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Community Academy of Science and Health?
Community Academy of Science and Health has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Academy of Science and Health?
The student-teacher ratio at Community Academy of Science and Health 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 Community Academy of Science and Health rank in MA?
Community Academy of Science and Health ranks #1,203 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Community Academy of Science and Health's MySchoolScout rating?
Community Academy of Science and Health has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Community Academy of Science and Health?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Academy of Science and Health has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Community Academy of Science and Health a charter school?
No, Community Academy of Science and Health is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Community Academy of Science and Health a Title I school?
No, Community Academy of Science and Health is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.0%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8950
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #69 of 109
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