Techboston Lower Academy serves 485 students in grades 6-9.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 9% (which was lower than the Massachusetts state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 41% (which was lower than the Massachusetts state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 95% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)9%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)41%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
70%
10%
White
5%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% MA state average).
How many students attend Techboston Lower Academy?
485 students attend Techboston Lower Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Techboston Lower Academy students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Techboston Lower Academy?
Techboston Lower Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Techboston Lower Academy offer ?
Techboston Lower Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Techboston Lower Academy part of?
Techboston Lower Academy is part of Boston School District.
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