Boston Latin Academy serves 1,787 students in grades 7-12.
Boston Latin Academy placed in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boston Latin Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Boston Latin Academy's student population of 1,787 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Boston Latin Academy is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Boston Latin Academy is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#168 out of 1644 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
7%
Hispanic
26%
22%
Black
22%
10%
White
30%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boston Latin Academy's ranking?
Boston Latin Academy is ranked #168 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boston Latin Academy?
The graduation rate of Boston Latin Academy is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 88%.
How many students attend Boston Latin Academy?
1,787 students attend Boston Latin Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Boston Latin Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boston Latin Academy?
Boston Latin Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boston Latin Academy offer ?
Boston Latin Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Boston Latin Academy part of?
Boston Latin Academy is part of Boston School District.
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