Serving 24 students in grades 8-12, Carter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Carter School's student population of 24 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Carter School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
33%
23%
Black
50%
10%
White
8%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carter School?
The graduation rate of Carter School is 50%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 88%.
How many students attend Carter School?
24 students attend Carter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Carter School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carter School?
Carter School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carter School offer ?
Carter School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carter School part of?
Carter School is part of Boston School District.
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