Serving 83 students in grades 9-12, The Career Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Career Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
The Career Academy's student population of 83 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
The Career Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Career Academy is 0.64, 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
#625 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
53%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
26%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
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 Career Academy's ranking?
The Career Academy is ranked #625 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Career Academy?
The graduation rate of The Career Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend The Career Academy?
83 students attend The Career Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of The Career Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Career Academy?
The Career Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Career Academy offer ?
The Career Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Career Academy part of?
The Career Academy is part of Lowell School District.
In what neighborhood is The Career Academy located?
The Career Academy is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Lowell, MA. There are 7 other public schools located in Highlands.
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