Needs Improvement
#1708 of 1,793 schools in MA
Up Academy Holland
Elementary School · Boston
85 Olney Street, Dorchester, MA 02121
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,708 of 1,793
In Dorchester
#28 of 29
public schools
In district
#107 of 109
Boston
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About Up Academy Holland
Up Academy Holland is a public elementary school in Dorchester, MA, part of Boston. Up Academy Holland serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Up Academy Holland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,708 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Up Academy Holland show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Up Academy Holland 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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Up Academy Holland — Students at Up Academy Holland score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 84 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 2.9/10.
How Up Academy Holland Compares
See how Up Academy Holland performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
85 Olney Street, Dorchester, MA 02121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Up Academy Holland may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bridge Boston Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winthrop Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,565
Median Home Value
$548,100
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
28,298
College Educated
20.5%
Homeownership
23.1%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
26.5%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barry Chicopee, MA | 3.4 |
| Center Elementary School Chelmsford, MA | 3.4 |
| Edward A Sisson Lynn, MA | 3.4 |
| Hancock Brockton, MA | 3.4 |
| Ingalls Lynn, MA | 3.4 |
| Joseph W Martin Jr Elementary North Attleborough, MA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Up Academy Holland
What grades does Up Academy Holland serve?
Up Academy Holland serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Up Academy Holland?
Up Academy Holland has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Up Academy Holland?
The student-teacher ratio at Up Academy Holland is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Up Academy Holland rank in MA?
Up Academy Holland ranks #1,708 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Up Academy Holland's MySchoolScout rating?
Up Academy Holland has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Up Academy Holland?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Up Academy Holland has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Up Academy Holland a charter school?
No, Up Academy Holland is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Up Academy Holland a Title I school?
No, Up Academy Holland is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 566
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.9%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8832
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #107 of 109
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