Serving 1,138 students in grades 5-12, Roxbury 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 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 1,138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School's student population of 1,138 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Motto
Preparing students to succeed in college and beyond.
School Rankings
Roxbury 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 Roxbury Preparatory Charter School is 0.55, 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
#1229 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
41%
25%
Black
54%
10%
White
1%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Roxbury Preparatory Charter School's ranking?
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School is ranked #1229 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Roxbury Preparatory Charter School often compared to?
Roxbury Preparatory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School, Neighborhood House Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roxbury Preparatory Charter School?
The graduation rate of Roxbury Preparatory Charter School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Roxbury Preparatory Charter School?
1,138 students attend Roxbury Preparatory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Roxbury Preparatory Charter School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roxbury Preparatory Charter School?
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Roxbury Preparatory Charter School offer ?
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roxbury Preparatory Charter School part of?
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School is part of Roxbury Preparatory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Roxbury Preparatory Charter School located?
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School is located in the Mission Hill neighborhood of Roxbury Crossing, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Hill.
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