Rise Academy serves 67 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rise Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rise Academy's student population of 67 students has grown by 219% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rise Academy is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
97%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
1%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Rise Academy?
The graduation rate of Rise Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rise Academy?
67 students attend Rise Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Rise Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rise Academy?
Rise Academy has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rise Academy offer ?
Rise Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rise Academy part of?
Rise Academy is part of Lawrence School District.
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