UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester

The UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester (District) in Massachusetts consists of a single elementary school, UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester, serving grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 578 students. However, this school does not appear to be a standout performer, as its academic achievement on MCAS tests is significantly below the state average across all grade levels and subject areas.

In the 2024-2025 school year, only 22.25% of students at UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 41.53%. In mathematics, the school's proficiency rate was even lower at 12.34%, while the state average was 40.74%. The school's statewide ranking has also been declining, from 906 out of 928 Massachusetts elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 812 out of 906 in 2024-2025. Additionally, the school is rated 0 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating it is performing well below average compared to other schools in the state.

Despite the school's high spending of $16,769 per student, these investments do not appear to be translating into improved academic outcomes for the students. The consistently low MCAS scores, declining statewide ranking, and poor quality rating suggest that UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester is struggling to provide a high-quality education to its students. Further investigation may be needed to understand the root causes of the school's challenges and identify potential areas for improvement.