Rise Academy serves 74 students in grades 8-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rise Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rise Academy's student population of 74 students has grown by 252% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rise Academy is 0.10, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Hispanic
95%
26%
White
3%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Rise Academy?
The graduation rate of Rise Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rise Academy?
74 students attend Rise Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rise Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rise Academy?
Rise Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rise Academy offer ?
Rise Academy offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rise Academy part of?
Rise Academy is part of Lawrence School District.
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