Serving 490 students in grades 9-12, Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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 and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy's student population of 490 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy 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 Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy is 0.55, 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
#1605 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
59%
26%
Black
33%
10%
White
3%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy's ranking?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy is ranked #1605 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy often compared to?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Eliot K-8 Innovation School, Excel Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy?
The graduation rate of Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy is 45-49%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy?
490 students attend Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy offer ?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy part of?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy located?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy is located in the Dorchester neighborhood of Dorchester Center, MA. There are 5 other public schools located in Dorchester.
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