C- Top 87%

Snowden International High School

Grades 09-12 BOSTON, MA

Moved up 55 places from 2024 to 2025

#301 State Rank
C- District Grade
150 Newbury Street, BOSTON, MA 02116
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
435 Students
84.5% Attendance Rate
38.1 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

30% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 40% 40%
2024 31% 31%
2025 30% 30%

Mathematics

24% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 21% 21%
2024 17% 17%
2025 24% 24%

Science

9% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2024 8% 8%
2025 9% 9%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 30%3%
2025Mathematics10 24%1%
2025Science10 9%—
2024English Language Arts10 31%3%
2024Mathematics10 17%1%
2024Science10 8%—
2023English Language Arts10 40%2%
2023Mathematics10 21%—
2023Science10 ——

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

435 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 51%
Black 33.8%
White 6.2%
Asian 4.6%
Multiracial 3.9%

Gender

49.7% Male
49.9% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 20.2%
Special Education 26.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 74.9%

Athletics Programs

10 sports programs with 78 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Basketball 8 athletes
  • Volleyball 4 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 4 athletes
  • Softball 4 athletes
  • Baseball 4 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 20 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 19 athletes
  • Volleyball 8 athletes
  • Baseball 6 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 1 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

7.7% Dropout Rate

Attendance

84.5% Attendance Rate
63.2% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

150 Newbury Street, BOSTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Snowden International High School's grade rating?

Snowden International High School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #301 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 87% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Snowden International High School?

Approximately 435 students are enrolled at Snowden International High School.

How does Snowden International High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Snowden International High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (30% proficient), Mathematics (24% proficient), Science (9% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Snowden International High School offer?

Snowden International High School offers 10 athletic programs (5 boys' sports, 5 girls' sports) with approximately 78 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Snowden International High School?

Snowden International High School has a solid 85.9% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Snowden International High School?

Snowden International High School has an attendance rate of 84.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Snowden International High School part of?

Snowden International High School is part of Boston School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.