Serving 631 students in grades 2-12, Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper 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 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harbor School serves the northern part of its school district in Dorchester Center, MA, covering an area of approximately 19 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 4.9 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum of 7.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper's student population of 631 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
631 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper 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 Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1434 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
47%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper's ranking?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is ranked #1434 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper often compared to?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upperis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy K-8 School, Boston Collegiate Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper?
The graduation rate of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is 85-89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper?
631 students attend Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper offer ?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper part of?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper located?
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper is located in the Dorchester neighborhood of Dorchester Center, MA. There are 5 other public schools located in Dorchester.
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