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Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

50 Essex Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, United States
+1 (617) 284-7800
http://www.phacs.org/
2.9
Overall Rating

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Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Overview

About This School

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is a charter school high in Cambridge, Massachusetts, serving 890 students in grades PK-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 36% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 84 teachers on staff, while the student-to-counselor ratio stands at 52:1. The student body is composed of an equal split of 50% male and 50% female students. Demographically, the population is 56% Black, 23% Hispanic, 10% White, 6% Asian, and 5% identifying as two or more races.

890
Total Students
PK-12
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
84 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts36%
Mathematics22%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
charter school
Grade Levels
PK-12
County
Middlesex County
Students per Counselor
52:1

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

36%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 55%State Avg: 44%
22%
Mathematics
City Avg: 50%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 9.5:1
State Avg: 12.5:1
52
Students per Counselor

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
84

Average Teacher Salary

$N/A
City Avg: $100,564
State Avg: $85,529

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Students per Counselor52:1

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Student Demographics

Student Body

49.89%
Male
50.11%
Female
Total Enrollment: 890 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White9.66%
Hispanic22.81%
Asian5.73%
Black56.18%
Two or More Races5.17%
Native American0.34%

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

Q: What is Prospect Hill Academy Charter School?

A: Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is a high charter school located in Cambridge.

Q: How many students attend Prospect Hill Academy Charter School?

A: Prospect Hill Academy Charter School has approximately 890 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Prospect Hill Academy Charter School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is a charter school high in Cambridge, Massachusetts, serving 890 students in grades PK-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 36% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 84 teachers on staff, while the student-to-counselor ratio stands at 52:1. The student body is composed of an equal split of 50% male and 50% female students. Demographically, the population is 56% Black, 23% Hispanic, 10% White, 6% Asian, and 5% identifying as two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Prospect Hill Academy Charter School - Cambridge, MA

Quick Facts about Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
School NameProspect Hill Academy Charter School
School Typecharter school
Grade LevelsPK-12
Location50 Essex Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, Cambridge, MA
CountyMiddlesex County
Phone+1 (617) 284-7800
Total Students890
Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Full-Time Teachers84
Rating2.9/10
ELA Proficiency36%
Math Proficiency22%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

What is Prospect Hill Academy Charter School?

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is a high charter school located in Cambridge.

How many students attend Prospect Hill Academy Charter School?

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School has approximately 890 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prospect Hill Academy Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is 10:1.

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