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Margarita Muniz Academy

High School · Boston

20 Child Street, Boston, MA 02130

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

3.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,670 of 1,793

In Boston

#15 of 15

public schools

In district

#105 of 109

Boston

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Margarita Muniz Academy

3.7/10

High School in Boston · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Margarita Muniz Academy

Margarita Muniz Academy is a public high school in Boston, MA, part of Boston. Margarita Muniz Academy serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Margarita Muniz Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,670 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Margarita Muniz Academy show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.4
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

58% of students at Margarita Muniz 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 Progress3.2Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.11 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency1.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency6.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-38.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.8 pts
Overall Proficiency4% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation22.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,200
Chronic Absenteeism58.1%

Margarita Muniz Academy — Students at Margarita Muniz Academy score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
49.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 34.1% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
3.8%
ELA
22.5%
2022
Math
6.8%
ELA
21%
2023
Math
4%
ELA
19%
2024
Math
1%
ELA
13%
2025
Math
1.7%
ELA
6.7%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Margarita Muniz Academy Compares

See how Margarita Muniz Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.7/10
7th percentile in MA
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.9
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
22.7% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·2 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

20 Child Street, Boston, MA 02130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Margarita Muniz Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Greater Egleston High School (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERIDIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Jamaica Plain), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Community Academy (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Jamaica Plain), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boston, see our Boston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
English High School Jamaica Plain 0.2 mi 4.6
Community Academy Jamaica Plain 0.6 mi 5.6
Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain 0.8 mi 8.3
MERIDIAN ACADEMY Jamaica Plain 0.7 mi 6.5
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain 0.9 mi 5.2
PALLOTTA DAY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain 0.7 mi
Mendell Elementary School Roxbury 0.9 mi 8.5
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON Boston 0.8 mi 5.7
Greater Egleston High School Roxbury 0.9 mi 7.1
Kennedy John F Elementary School Jamaica Plain 1.1 mi 8.1
Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain 0.9 mi 9.6
Hernandez K-8 School Roxbury 0.9 mi 6.9
NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain 1.2 mi 7.3
Hennigan K-8 School Jamaica Plain 1.3 mi 4.0
West Zone Early Learning Center Jamaica Plain 1.3 mi 7.3
Haley Pilot School Roslindale 1.5 mi 5.8
Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale 1.5 mi 9.5
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School Roxbury 1.5 mi 4.7
THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline 1.2 mi 4.4
Ellis Elementary School Roxbury 1.2 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,533

Median Home Value

$763,700

Median Rent

$2,434/mo

Population

41,109

College Educated

72.6%

Homeownership

45.6%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

34.9

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Boston Collaborative High School South Boston, MA 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Margarita Muniz Academy

What grades does Margarita Muniz Academy serve?

Margarita Muniz Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Margarita Muniz Academy?

Margarita Muniz Academy has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Margarita Muniz Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Margarita Muniz Academy 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 Margarita Muniz Academy rank in MA?

Margarita Muniz Academy ranks #1,670 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Margarita Muniz Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Margarita Muniz Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Margarita Muniz Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Margarita Muniz Academy has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Margarita Muniz Academy a charter school?

No, Margarita Muniz Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Margarita Muniz Academy a Title I school?

No, Margarita Muniz Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
79 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
95 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.1%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

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

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