Serving 26 students in grades 8-12, Keough Memorial Academy ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keough Memorial Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Keough Memorial Academy's student population of 26 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Keough Memorial Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keough Memorial Academy is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#623 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
92%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keough Memorial Academy's ranking?
Keough Memorial Academy is ranked #623 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Keough Memorial Academy?
The graduation rate of Keough Memorial Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Keough Memorial Academy?
26 students attend Keough Memorial Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Keough Memorial Academy students are White, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keough Memorial Academy?
Keough Memorial Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Keough Memorial Academy offer ?
Keough Memorial Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Keough Memorial Academy part of?
Keough Memorial Academy is part of Bellingham School District.
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