Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Old Sturbridge Academy 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 34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ's student population of 348 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ 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 Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is 0.50, 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
#1043 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
28%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
65%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ's ranking?
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is ranked #1043 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ?
348 students attend Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ?
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ offer ?
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ part of?
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ is part of Old Sturbridge Academy Charter 51±¬ÁÏ District.
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