Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy vs Mildred Avenue K-8 School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.0 km 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
Mildred Avenue K-8 School
Mattapan · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
601 students
| Measure | Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy Dorchester, Massachusetts | Mildred Avenue K-8 School Mattapan, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #284 of 300 | #958 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #14646 of 16,910 | #42573 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 490 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 19% |
| city | Dorchester | Mattapan |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.6 vs 23.6).
- •Mildred Avenue K-8 School does better on math proficiency (19% vs 15%).
- •Mildred Avenue K-8 School does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 5%).
- •Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 10.7).
- •Mildred Avenue K-8 School is the larger school with 601 students compared with 490.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy better than Mildred Avenue K-8 School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy and Mildred Avenue K-8 School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Dorchester and Mattapan in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy: 490. Mildred Avenue K-8 School: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy and Mildred Avenue K-8 School rank in Massachusetts?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy is 284th of 300 and Mildred Avenue K-8 School is 958th of 1,009 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).