Serving 399 students in grades 7-12, Albert D Holland School Of Technology 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jeremiah E Burke High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Dorchester, MA, covering approximately 49.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 7.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert D Holland School Of Technology's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1934
School Motto
Perseverance, Responsibility, Collaboration, and Respect
School Rankings
Albert D Holland School Of Technology ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert D Holland School Of Technology is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1462 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
51%
10%
White
3%
51%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert D Holland School Of Technology's ranking?
Albert D Holland School Of Technology is ranked #1462 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albert D Holland School Of Technology?
The graduation rate of Albert D Holland School Of Technology is 80-84%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Albert D Holland School Of Technology?
399 students attend Albert D Holland School Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Albert D Holland School Of Technology students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert D Holland School Of Technology?
Albert D Holland School Of Technology has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Albert D Holland School Of Technology offer ?
Albert D Holland School Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albert D Holland School Of Technology part of?
Albert D Holland School Of Technology is part of Boston School District.
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