Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, High School Learning Center 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 <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
High School Learning Center's student population of 198 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
198 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of High School Learning Center is 0.12, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
55-59%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Learning Center?
The graduation rate of High School Learning Center is 55-59%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend High School Learning Center?
198 students attend High School Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of High School Learning Center students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School Learning Center?
High School Learning Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does High School Learning Center offer ?
High School Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School Learning Center part of?
High School Learning Center is part of Lawrence School District.
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