C- Top 88%

Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School

Moved up 4 places from 2024 to 2025

#30 State Rank
N/A District Grade
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
95 Students
86.1% Attendance Rate
24.6 Composite Score

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2024 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

18% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2022 31% 31%
2023 22% 22%
2024 18% 18%

Mathematics

11% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2022 19.3% 19.3%
2023 17.3% 17.3%
2024 11% 11%

Science

8% Meeting or exceeding expectations
2022 27% 27%
2023 38% 38%
2024 8% 8%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2024English Language Arts06 19%—
2024English Language Arts07 3%—
2024English Language Arts08 32%—
2024Mathematics06 19%—
2024Mathematics07 3%—
2024Mathematics08 11%—
2024Science08 8%—
2023English Language Arts06 10%—
2023English Language Arts07 7%—
2023English Language Arts08 49%10%
2023Mathematics06 3%3%
2023Mathematics07 3%—
2023Mathematics08 46%3%
2023Science08 38%—
2022English Language Arts06 21%—
2022English Language Arts07 30%5%
2022English Language Arts08 42%1%
2022Mathematics06 5%—
2022Mathematics07 17%—
2022Mathematics08 36%1%
2022Science08 27%—

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

95 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Black 72.6%
Hispanic 24.2%
Multiracial 3.2%

Gender

56.8% Male
43.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 8.4%
Special Education 21.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch 87.4%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

86.1% Attendance Rate
51.2% Chronic Absence

Staffing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School's grade rating?

Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #30 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 88% of Massachusetts School 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 Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School?

Approximately 95 students are enrolled at Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School.

How does Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (18% proficient), Mathematics (11% proficient), Science (8% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School?

Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School has an attendance rate of 86.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School part of?

Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School is part of Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public (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.