Serving 712 students in grades 5-11, Veritas Preparatory Charter 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 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-11
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Veritas Preparatory Charter School's student population of 712 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 132% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-11
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
712 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Veritas Preparatory Charter 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 Veritas Preparatory Charter School is 0.46, 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
#1274 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veritas Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School is ranked #1274 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Veritas Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
Veritas Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baystate Academy Charter Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Veritas Preparatory Charter School?
712 students attend Veritas Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Veritas Preparatory Charter School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Veritas Preparatory Charter School?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Veritas Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-11 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Veritas Preparatory Charter School part of?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School is part of VERITAS Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Veritas Preparatory Charter School located?
Veritas Preparatory Charter School is located in the South End neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South End.
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