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#216 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 12% in state

Rising Tide Charter Public School

High School · Rising Tide Charter Public (District)

59 Armstrong Road, Plymouth, MA 02360

Charter

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

8.4

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#216 of 1,793

In Plymouth

#2 of 15

public schools

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Rising Tide Charter Public School

8.4/10

High School in Plymouth · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Rising Tide Charter Public School

Rising Tide Charter Public School is a public high school in Plymouth, MA, part of Rising Tide Charter Public (District). Rising Tide Charter Public School serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rising Tide Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Rising Tide Charter Public School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Rising Tide 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+16.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+17.7 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness9.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,339
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Rising Tide Charter Public School — Students at Rising Tide Charter Public School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 132 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
68%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
59.3%
ELA
58.7%
2019
Math
60.7%
ELA
57.4%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
40.7%
ELA
61.1%
2022
Math
43.1%
ELA
54.6%
2023
Math
48.7%
ELA
54.7%
2024
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
57.3%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Rising Tide Charter Public School Compares

See how Rising Tide Charter Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
88th percentile in MA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Sports
8
4 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics8sports offered
4 boys'·4 girls'·13 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

59 Armstrong Road, Plymouth, MA 02360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rising Tide Charter Public School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Duxbury High (rated 9.1/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Duxbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Carver Middle/High School (rated 5.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Carver), a more accessible option. Additionally, Plymouth North High (rated 5.6/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Map Academy Charter School Plymouth 1.0 mi 4.3
Hedge Plymouth 1.3 mi 5.9
Cold Spring Plymouth 1.0 mi 7.0
West Elementary Plymouth 1.5 mi 9.0
Kingston Intermediate Kingston 2.2 mi 5.5
Kingston Elementary Kingston 2.3 mi 3.9
Nathaniel Morton Elementary Plymouth 1.9 mi 8.3
Plymouth North High Plymouth 2.5 mi 5.6
Plymouth Early Childhood Center Plymouth 3.1 mi 3.4
Plymouth Commun Intermediate Plymouth 3.1 mi 6.6
BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury 3.7 mi 6.0
WOODSIDE SCHOOL & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Plymouth 3.9 mi
Federal Furnace School Plymouth 4.5 mi 8.3
Carver Middle/High School Carver 5.3 mi 5.8
Chandler Elementary Duxbury 5.8 mi 6.6
ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury 5.8 mi
Alden School Duxbury 6.2 mi 8.0
Duxbury Middle Duxbury 6.2 mi 8.1
Duxbury High Duxbury 6.2 mi 9.1
Dennett Elementary Plympton 5.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,975

Median Home Value

$494,700

Median Rent

$1,831/mo

Population

62,405

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

47.3

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Hanover High Hanover, MA 8.4
Scituate High School Scituate, MA 8.4
Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich, MA 8.3
Minuteman Regional High Lexington, MA 8.3
Martha's Vineyard Regional High Oak Bluffs, MA 8.2
Pentucket Regional Sr High West Newbury, MA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rising Tide Charter Public School

What grades does Rising Tide Charter Public School serve?

Rising Tide Charter Public School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Rising Tide Charter Public School?

Rising Tide Charter Public School has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rising Tide Charter Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rising Tide Charter Public School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rising Tide Charter Public School rank in MA?

Rising Tide Charter Public School ranks #216 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Rising Tide Charter Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rising Tide Charter Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Rising Tide Charter Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rising Tide Charter Public School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rising Tide Charter Public School a charter school?

Yes, Rising Tide 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 Rising Tide Charter Public School a Title I school?

No, Rising Tide Charter Public School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Rising Tide Charter Public (District)
District Enrollment
623
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,339
District Rank
#1 of 1

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