Serving 632 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mario Umana Academy 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 7% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mario Umana Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mario Umana Academy's student population of 632 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
632 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Motto
Always Learning | Siempre Aprendiendo
School Rankings
Mario Umana Academy 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 Mario Umana Academy is 0.13, 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
#1591 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
93%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
3%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
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 Mario Umana Academy's ranking?
Mario Umana Academy is ranked #1591 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mario Umana Academy often compared to?
Mario Umana Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Mckay K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mario Umana Academy?
632 students attend Mario Umana Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mario Umana Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mario Umana Academy?
Mario Umana Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mario Umana Academy offer ?
Mario Umana Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mario Umana Academy part of?
Mario Umana Academy is part of Boston School District.
School Reviews
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