Serving 362 students in grades 9-12, Fenway High 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fenway High School's student population of 362 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1983
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Fenway High 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 Fenway High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#893 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
58%
26%
Black
30%
10%
White
7%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
34%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fenway High School's ranking?
Fenway High School is ranked #893 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Fenway High School often compared to?
Fenway High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Community Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fenway High School?
The graduation rate of Fenway High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Fenway High School?
362 students attend Fenway High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Fenway High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fenway High School?
Fenway High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fenway High School offer ?
Fenway High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fenway High School part of?
Fenway High School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Fenway High School located?
Fenway High School is located in the Mission Hill neighborhood of Roxbury Crossing, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Hill.
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