Serving 553 students in grades 6-12, Dearborn 6-12 Stem 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 10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy's student population of 553 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
You Matter Here.
School Rankings
Dearborn 6-12 Stem 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 Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy is 0.52, 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
#1542 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
33%
25%
Black
61%
10%
White
2%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
35%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy's ranking?
Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy is ranked #1542 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy?
553 students attend Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy?
Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy offer ?
Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy part of?
Dearborn 6-12 Stem Academy is part of Boston School District.
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