Very Good
#362 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 20% in state
New Mission High School
High School · Boston
655 Metropolitan Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#362 of 1,793
In Hyde Park
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#25 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About New Mission High School
New Mission High School is a public high school in Hyde Park, MA, part of Boston. New Mission High School serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. New Mission High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #362 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for New Mission High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at New Mission High 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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New Mission High School — Students at New Mission High School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 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 New Mission High School Compares
See how New Mission High 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
655 Metropolitan Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Mission High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Boston), with a comparable rating. Another option is Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School (rated 5.1/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Boston Preparatory Charter Public School (rated 5.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hyde Park, see our Hyde Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Community Leadership Academy Hyde Park | 0.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Another Course To College Hyde Park | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Boston Preparatory Charter Public School Hyde Park | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Grew Elementary School Hyde Park | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Chittick Elementary School Mattapan | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Boston Renaissance Charter Public School Hyde Park | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Channing Elementary School Hyde Park | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Brooke Charter School Roslindale | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Mattahunt Elementary School Mattapan | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Roosevelt K-8 School Hyde Park | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| DELPHI ACADEMY Milton | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale | 1.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Academy Of the Pacific Rim Charter Public School Hyde Park | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Tucker Milton | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Sumner Elementary School Roslindale | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
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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| Nashoba Regional Bolton, MA | 7.9 |
| Sturgis Charter Public School Hyannis, MA | 7.9 |
| Wilmington High Wilmington, MA | 7.9 |
| Amherst Regional High Amherst, MA | 8.0 |
| Longmeadow High Longmeadow, MA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Mission High School
What grades does New Mission High School serve?
New Mission High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend New Mission High School?
New Mission High School has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Mission High School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Mission High 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 New Mission High School rank in MA?
New Mission High School ranks #362 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is New Mission High School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Mission High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Mission High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Mission High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is New Mission High School a charter school?
No, New Mission High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Mission High School a Title I school?
No, New Mission High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 668
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (617) 635-6437
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #25 of 109
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