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Ruth Batson Academy

315 Mt Vernon St, Dorchester, MA 02125, United States
+1 (617) 635-8937
http://www.bostonpublicschools.org
1.3
Overall Rating

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Ruth Batson Academy Overview

About This School

Ruth Batson Academy is a public high in Dorchester, Massachusetts, serving 604 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 18% proficiency in ELA and 8% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 9:1 student-teacher ratio with 62 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $120,490. Guidance services are provided at a ratio of 302 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 64% Hispanic, 25% Black, 6% White, 4% Asian, and 1% representing two or more races.

604
Total Students
Grade 7-12
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
62 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts18%
Mathematics8%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 7-12
County
Suffolk County
Students per Counselor
302:1

Ruth Batson Academy Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

18%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 23%State Avg: 44%
8%
Mathematics
City Avg: 20%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.8:1
State Avg: 12.5:1
302
Students per Counselor

Ruth Batson Academy Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
62

Average Teacher Salary

$120,490
City Avg: $120,490
State Avg: $85,529

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Students per Counselor302:1

Ruth Batson Academy Student Demographics

Student Body

52.81%
Male
47.02%
Female
Total Enrollment: 604 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White5.79%
Hispanic63.58%
Asian3.81%
Black25.33%
Two or More Races1.16%
Native American0.17%

Ruth Batson Academy Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Ruth Batson Academy

Q: What is Ruth Batson Academy?

A: Ruth Batson Academy is a high public located in Dorchester.

Q: How many students attend Ruth Batson Academy?

A: Ruth Batson Academy has approximately 604 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruth Batson Academy?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Ruth Batson Academy is 9:1.

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Detailed Information about Ruth Batson Academy

Ruth Batson Academy is a public high in Dorchester, Massachusetts, serving 604 students in grades Grade 7-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 18% proficiency in ELA and 8% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 9:1 student-teacher ratio with 62 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $120,490. Guidance services are provided at a ratio of 302 students per counselor. Students at the school are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic breakdown includes 64% Hispanic, 25% Black, 6% White, 4% Asian, and 1% representing two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Ruth Batson Academy - Dorchester, MA

Quick Facts about Ruth Batson Academy
School NameRuth Batson Academy
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 7-12
Location315 Mt Vernon St, Dorchester, MA 02125, Dorchester, MA
CountySuffolk County
Phone+1 (617) 635-8937
Total Students604
Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Full-Time Teachers62
Rating1.3/10
ELA Proficiency18%
Math Proficiency8%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Ruth Batson Academy

What is Ruth Batson Academy?

Ruth Batson Academy is a high public located in Dorchester.

How many students attend Ruth Batson Academy?

Ruth Batson Academy has approximately 604 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruth Batson Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ruth Batson Academy is 9:1.

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