Boston Latin Academy

Boston Latin Academy is a high-performing public high school serving grades 7-12 in Dorchester, MA. With an enrollment of 1,693 students, the school consistently ranks among the top high schools in Massachusetts, with a statewide ranking between 3rd and 59th over the past decade. Boston Latin Academy's academic performance is exceptional, with significantly higher MCAS proficiency rates than the Boston and Massachusetts averages across all subjects and grade levels.

The school's diverse student population includes strong performance from African American, Hispanic, and low-socioeconomic status students, as well as students with disabilities and special education needs. Boston Latin Academy has a four-year graduation rate around 80% and a dropout rate around 6-9%, which are better than the Boston district averages. The school spends around $22,000 per student, higher than the district average but lower than some nearby charter schools.

Compared to other district high schools in the area, such as Burke High School, Dearborn 6-12 STEM Academy, and Madison Park Technical Vocational High School, Boston Latin Academy significantly outperforms them in academic proficiency, graduation rates, and statewide rankings. The school's performance is also comparable to or better than nearby charter schools, demonstrating its consistent high performance and ability to support the academic and social-emotional needs of its diverse student population.