Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Young Achievers K-8 School 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Achievers K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Young Achievers K-8 School's student population of 466 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Young Achievers K-8 School 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 Young Achievers K-8 School is 0.53, 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
#1605 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
57%
25%
Black
39%
10%
White
1%
53%
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
81%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Achievers K-8 School's ranking?
Young Achievers K-8 School is ranked #1605 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Young Achievers K-8 School often compared to?
Young Achievers K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mildred Avenue K-8 School, Ellisonparks Early Education 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 42% MA state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Young Achievers K-8 School?
466 students attend Young Achievers K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Young Achievers K-8 School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Achievers K-8 School?
Young Achievers K-8 School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Young Achievers K-8 School offer ?
Young Achievers K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Young Achievers K-8 School part of?
Young Achievers K-8 School is part of Boston School District.
School Reviews
2 4/27/2020
This school is so bad. There is so many problems there. Whatever you do don't send your kids there please. They will get into arguments and fights. So do me a favor and don't your kids there. I know how it feels to be at that school.
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