Serving 640 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester 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 7% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester's student population of 640 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
640 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester 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 Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester 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
#1596 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
44%
26%
Black
51%
10%
White
1%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester's ranking?
Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester is ranked #1596 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester?
640 students attend Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester?
Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester offer ?
Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester part of?
Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester is part of Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester located?
Up Academy Charter School Of Dorchester is located in the Dorchester neighborhood of Dorchester Center, MA. There are 5 other public schools located in Dorchester.
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