Below Average
#1483 of 1,793 schools in MA
Techboston Academy
High School · Boston
9 Peacevale Road, Dorchester, MA 02124
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,483 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#25 of 29
public schools
In district
#93 of 109
Boston
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Techboston Academy
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About Techboston Academy
Techboston Academy is a public high school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Techboston Academy serves approximately 870 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Techboston Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,483 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Techboston Academy show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Techboston Academy 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.
64% of students at Techboston 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
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Techboston Academy — Students at Techboston Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 106 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: 6.3/10.
How Techboston Academy Compares
See how Techboston Academy 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
9 Peacevale Road, Dorchester, MA 02124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Techboston Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Dorchester Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lee Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,168
Median Home Value
$607,200
Median Rent
$1,783/mo
Population
55,897
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Brighton High School Brighton, MA | 4.5 |
| ARCHBISHOP WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL Braintree, MA | 4.4 |
| BISHOP FEEHAN Attleboro, MA | 4.4 |
| English High School Jamaica Plain, MA | 4.6 |
| Westport Middle-High School Westport, MA | 4.6 |
| BISHOP STANG HIGH SCHOOL North Dartmouth, MA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Techboston Academy
What grades does Techboston Academy serve?
Techboston Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Techboston Academy?
Techboston Academy has an enrollment of approximately 870 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Techboston Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Techboston Academy is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Techboston Academy rank in MA?
Techboston Academy ranks #1,483 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Techboston Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Techboston Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Techboston Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Techboston Academy has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
Is Techboston Academy a charter school?
No, Techboston Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Techboston Academy a Title I school?
No, Techboston Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 870
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 72
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.9%
- Phone
- (617) 635-1615
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #93 of 109
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