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#1290 of 1,793 schools in MA
Match Charter Public School
School · MATCH Charter Public School (District)
1001 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
Enrollment
1,185
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,185
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,290 of 1,793
In Boston
#13 of 15
public schools
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Match Charter Public School
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About Match Charter Public School
Match Charter Public School is a public school in Boston, MA, part of MATCH Charter Public School (District). Match Charter Public School serves approximately 1,185 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Match Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,290 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Match Charter Public School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Match Charter Public School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Match 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.
32% of students at Match 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
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Match Charter Public School — Students at Match Charter Public School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 146 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: 3.0/10.
How Match Charter Public School Compares
See how Match Charter Public School 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
1001 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Match Charter Public School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Allston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boston, see our Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAY COVE ACADEMY Brookline | 0.3 mi | — |
| Florida Ruffin Ridley School Brookline | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| IVY STREET SCHOOL Brookline | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Morse Cambridge | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| MALIK ACADEMY/ AL BUSTAN PRESCHOOL Cambridge | 0.7 mi | — |
| NEW ENGLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Brookline | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Beacon Brookline | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BOSTON UNIVERSITY ACADEMY Boston | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Lawrence Brookline | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Gardner Pilot Academy Allston | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Brookline | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| BEACON ACADEMY INC Boston | 1.0 mi | — |
| Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing Allston | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Cambridge | 1.1 mi | 9.8 |
| Amigos School Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Pierce Brookline | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Putnam Avenue Upper School Cambridge | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON Boston | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| WINSOR SCHOOL Boston | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Michael Driscoll Brookline | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,827
Median Home Value
$683,800
Median Rent
$2,385/mo
Population
24,054
College Educated
84.6%
Homeownership
8.5%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
21.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUCKINGHAM BROWNE & NICHOLS SCHOOL Cambridge, MA | 4.9 |
| Neighborhood House Charter School Dorchester, MA | 5.3 |
| Lynn Vocational Technical Institute Lynn, MA | 4.7 |
| Atlantis Charter School Fall River, MA | 4.5 |
| KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School Lynn, MA | 5.7 |
| Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Match Charter Public School
What grades does Match Charter Public School serve?
Match Charter Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Match Charter Public School?
Match Charter Public School has an enrollment of approximately 1,185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Match Charter Public School?
The student-teacher ratio at Match Charter Public School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Match Charter Public School rank in MA?
Match Charter Public School ranks #1,290 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Match Charter Public School's MySchoolScout rating?
Match Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Match Charter Public School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Match Charter Public School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Match Charter Public School a charter school?
Yes, Match 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 Match Charter Public School a Title I school?
No, Match Charter Public School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 121
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (617) 232-0300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
MATCH Charter Public School (District)- District Enrollment
- 1,185
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,083
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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