Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Codman Academy Charter Public 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Codman Academy Charter Public School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Codman Academy Charter Public School 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 Codman Academy Charter Public School is 0.49, 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
#1561 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
32%
26%
Black
64%
10%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Codman Crew
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Codman Academy Charter Public School's ranking?
Codman Academy Charter Public School is ranked #1561 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Codman Academy Charter Public School?
The graduation rate of Codman Academy Charter Public School is 80%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Codman Academy Charter Public School?
344 students attend Codman Academy Charter Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Codman Academy Charter Public School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Codman Academy Charter Public School?
Codman Academy Charter Public School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Codman Academy Charter Public School offer ?
Codman Academy Charter Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Codman Academy Charter Public School part of?
Codman Academy Charter Public School is part of Codman Academy Charter Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Codman Academy Charter Public School located?
Codman Academy Charter Public School is located in the Codman Square neighborhood of Dorchester Center, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Codman Square.
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