C Top 71%

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

Grades PK-12 CAMBRIDGE, MA

Moved up 36 places from 2024 to 2025

#246 State Rank
A- District Grade
50 Essex Street, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
Diverse
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
888 Students
94.5% Attendance Rate
47.4 Composite Score

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.

CIV

17% Meeting or exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

30.1% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4.7% exceeding expectations

2023 29.4% 29.4%
2024 30.9% 30.9%
2025 30.1% 30.1%

Mathematics

21.1% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4.8% exceeding expectations

2023 19.6% 19.6%
2024 16.7% 16.7%
2025 21.1% 21.1%

Science

24% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3.5% exceeding expectations

2023 27.7% 27.7%
2024 27% 27%
2025 24% 24%
View published results by year and grade
Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 17%—
2025English Language Arts03 24%3%
2025English Language Arts04 29%6%
2025English Language Arts05 23%1%
2025English Language Arts06 49%14%
2025English Language Arts07 23%2%
2025English Language Arts08 19%—
2025English Language Arts10 44%2%
2025Mathematics03 13%3%
2025Mathematics04 17%4%
2025Mathematics05 12%—
2025Mathematics06 43%7%
2025Mathematics07 25%2%
2025Mathematics08 3%—
2025Mathematics10 35%8%
2025Science05 23%1%
2025Science08 6%—
2025Science10 43%6%
2024English Language Arts03 15%2%
2024English Language Arts04 22%1%
2024English Language Arts05 35%4%
2024English Language Arts06 31%4%
2024English Language Arts07 16%—
2024English Language Arts08 35%3%
2024English Language Arts10 62%4%
2024Mathematics03 11%2%
2024Mathematics04 13%—
2024Mathematics05 16%—
2024Mathematics06 23%—
2024Mathematics07 11%—
2024Mathematics08 13%—
2024Mathematics10 30%1%
2024Science05 25%1%
2024Science08 12%1%
2024Science10 44%2%
2023English Language Arts03 25%4%
2023English Language Arts04 28%—
2023English Language Arts05 31%4%
2023English Language Arts06 19%—
2023English Language Arts07 13%—
2023English Language Arts08 37%10%
2023English Language Arts10 53%7%
2023Mathematics03 27%2%
2023Mathematics04 19%1%
2023Mathematics05 15%—
2023Mathematics06 19%1%
2023Mathematics07 9%—
2023Mathematics08 16%3%
2023Mathematics10 32%—
2023Science05 15%—
2023Science08 28%4%
2023Science10 40%1%

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

888 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Black 55.5%
Hispanic 24.4%
White 9.3%
Multiracial 5.6%
Asian 4.4%

Gender

50.9% Male
49.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 22.4%
Special Education 15%
Free/Reduced Lunch 58.3%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.5% Attendance Rate
16.1% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

50 Essex Street, CAMBRIDGE, MA

C-Rated School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prospect Hill Academy Charter School's grade rating?

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School has earned a grade of C, ranked #246 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 71% of Massachusetts Combined 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 Prospect Hill Academy Charter School?

Approximately 888 students are enrolled at Prospect Hill Academy Charter School.

How does Prospect Hill Academy Charter School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Prospect Hill Academy Charter School's proficiency rates are: CIV (17% proficient), English Language Arts (30% proficient), Mathematics (21% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the graduation rate at Prospect Hill Academy Charter School?

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School has a strong 94.8% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Prospect Hill Academy Charter School?

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School has an attendance rate of 94.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Prospect Hill Academy Charter School part of?

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is part of Cambridge 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.