Academy of the Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is a public charter school in Hyde Park, Massachusetts, United States, which serves students from grades five through twelve.
Serving 440 students in grades 5-12, Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ 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 8% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ's student population of 440 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1528 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
29%
25%
Black
64%
10%
White
4%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ's ranking?
Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is ranked #1528 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ often compared to?
Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏis often viewed alongside schools like Roxbury Preparatory Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ?
The graduation rate of Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is 90%, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ?
440 students attend Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ?
Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ offer ?
Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ part of?
Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is part of Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ located?
Academy Of The Pacific Rim Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is located in the Readville neighborhood of Hyde Park, MA.
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