Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy vs Lee Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 904 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy
Dorchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
490 students
Lee Academy
Dorchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
195 students
| Measure | Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy Dorchester, Massachusetts | Lee Academy Dorchester, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #284 of 300 | #978 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #14646 of 16,910 | #44035 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 490 | 195 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 195 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 24.5% |
| city | Dorchester | Dorchester |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.6 vs 21.3).
- •Lee Academy does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 15%).
- •Lee Academy does better on reading proficiency (15% vs 5%).
- •Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 11.5).
- •Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy is the larger school with 490 students compared with 195.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy better than Lee Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy ranks higher (23.6 vs 21.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy and Lee Academy?
About 904 m in a straight line, between Dorchester and Dorchester in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy: 490. Lee Academy: 195. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy and Lee Academy rank in Massachusetts?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy is 284th of 300 and Lee Academy is 978th of 1,009 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).