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New Heights Charter School of Brockton

High School · New Heights Charter School of Brockton (District)

1690 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301

Charter

Enrollment

730

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#945 of 1,793

In Brockton

#7 of 24

public schools

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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New Heights Charter School of Brockton

6.1/10

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

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About New Heights Charter School of Brockton

New Heights Charter School of Brockton is a public high school in Brockton, MA, part of New Heights Charter School of Brockton (District). New Heights Charter School of Brockton serves approximately 730 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. New Heights Charter School of Brockton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #945 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for New Heights Charter School of Brockton show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at New Heights Charter School of Brockton 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.

New Heights Charter School of Brockton 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 Progress7.2Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-1.19 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-25 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.7 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-26.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
College Readiness9.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,687
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

New Heights Charter School of Brockton — Students at New Heights Charter School of Brockton score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.9% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
43.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 26.5% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
48.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 98 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2016
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22.6%
ELA
31.4%
2019
Math
27.3%
ELA
29.5%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
14.7%
ELA
30.3%
2022
Math
10.5%
ELA
21.8%
2023
Math
15.2%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
17.4%
ELA
19.2%
2025
Math
17.2%
ELA
27.2%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How New Heights Charter School of Brockton Compares

See how New Heights Charter School of Brockton performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in MA
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·11 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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

1690 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Heights Charter School of Brockton may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Bridgewater Junior/Senior (rated 6.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby West Bridgewater), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brockton High (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Edison Evening Academy (rated 5.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Edgar B Davis Brockton 0.6 mi 5.6
PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton 0.8 mi 5.2
South Middle School Brockton 0.8 mi 6.0
Gilmore Elementary School Brockton 1.0 mi 4.1
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF MA East Bridgewater 1.5 mi
John F Kennedy Brockton 1.5 mi 5.1
Plouffe Middle School Brockton 2.0 mi 3.5
Downey Brockton 2.0 mi 5.9
Spring Street School West Bridgewater 2.2 mi 4.3
Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton 2.1 mi 3.6
Howard School West Bridgewater 2.2 mi 5.4
West Bridgewater Junior/Senior West Bridgewater 2.2 mi 6.4
Rose L Macdonald West Bridgewater 2.1 mi 4.0
BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton 2.4 mi 4.4
East Middle School Brockton 2.4 mi 6.2
Brockton High Brockton 2.0 mi 5.6
Edison Evening Academy Brockton 2.0 mi 5.1
Brockton Virtual Learning Academy Brockton 2.0 mi 4.2
Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton 2.7 mi 2.7
West Middle School Brockton 2.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,727

Median Home Value

$414,200

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

68,608

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Heights Charter School of Brockton

What grades does New Heights Charter School of Brockton serve?

New Heights Charter School of Brockton serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend New Heights Charter School of Brockton?

New Heights Charter School of Brockton has an enrollment of approximately 730 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Heights Charter School of Brockton?

The student-teacher ratio at New Heights Charter School of Brockton is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Heights Charter School of Brockton rank in MA?

New Heights Charter School of Brockton ranks #945 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is New Heights Charter School of Brockton's MySchoolScout rating?

New Heights Charter School of Brockton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 New Heights Charter School of Brockton?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Heights Charter School of Brockton has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is New Heights Charter School of Brockton a charter school?

Yes, New Heights Charter School of Brockton is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is New Heights Charter School of Brockton a Title I school?

No, New Heights Charter School of Brockton is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
730
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

New Heights Charter School of Brockton (District)
District Enrollment
730
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,687
District Rank
#1 of 1

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