Serving 604 students in grades 7-12, Ruth Batson Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Boston Community Leadership Academy covers the entire school district in Dorchester, MA, encompassing approximately 49.8 square miles. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 4.8 miles and the furthest edge located 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ruth Batson Academy's student population of 604 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Ruth Batson Academy 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 Ruth Batson Academy is 0.53, 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
#1551 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
64%
26%
Black
25%
10%
White
6%
51%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruth Batson Academy's ranking?
Ruth Batson Academy is ranked #1551 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Ruth Batson Academy often compared to?
Ruth Batson Academyis often viewed alongside schools like New Mission High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ruth Batson Academy?
The graduation rate of Ruth Batson Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Ruth Batson Academy?
604 students attend Ruth Batson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ruth Batson Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruth Batson Academy?
Ruth Batson Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ruth Batson Academy offer ?
Ruth Batson Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruth Batson Academy part of?
Ruth Batson Academy is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Ruth Batson Academy located?
Ruth Batson Academy is located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Dorchester, MA.
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