Serving 715 students in grades 7-12, New Mission High School 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 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Mission High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Mission High School's student population of 715 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
715 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We empower all students to develop into critical thinkers and lifelong learners.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
New Mission High School 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 New Mission High School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#868 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
40%
26%
Black
47%
10%
White
9%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Mission High School's ranking?
New Mission High School is ranked #868 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are New Mission High School often compared to?
New Mission High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fenway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Mission High School?
The graduation rate of New Mission High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Mission High School?
715 students attend New Mission High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of New Mission High School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Mission High School?
New Mission High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Mission High School offer ?
New Mission High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Mission High School part of?
New Mission High School is part of Boston School District.
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