Serving 554 students in grades 6-12, Hampden Charter School Of Science East ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampden Charter School Of Science East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hampden Charter School Of Science East's student population of 554 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hampden Charter School Of Science East ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampden Charter School Of Science East is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#936 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
39%
23%
Black
29%
10%
White
25%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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 is Hampden Charter School Of Science East's ranking?
Hampden Charter School Of Science East is ranked #936 out of 1,644 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hampden Charter School Of Science East?
The graduation rate of Hampden Charter School Of Science East is 90%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hampden Charter School Of Science East?
554 students attend Hampden Charter School Of Science East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Hampden Charter School Of Science East students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampden Charter School Of Science East?
Hampden Charter School Of Science East has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hampden Charter School Of Science East offer ?
Hampden Charter School Of Science East offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampden Charter School Of Science East part of?
Hampden Charter School Of Science East is part of Hampden Charter School Of Science East School District.
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