Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy vs TechBoston Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 608 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
TechBoston Academy
Dorchester · Public high · Grades 7–12
850 students
| Measure | Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy Dorchester, Massachusetts | TechBoston Academy Dorchester, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #284 of 300 | #288 of 300 |
| National rank | #14646 of 16,910 | #14791 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 490 | 850 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 850 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 5% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 16% |
| city | Dorchester | Dorchester |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.6 vs 22.9).
- •TechBoston Academy does better on math proficiency (16% vs 15%).
- •TechBoston Academy does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 5%).
- •Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 12.3).
- •TechBoston Academy is the larger school with 850 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy better than TechBoston Academy?
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 TechBoston Academy?
About 608 m in a straight line, between Dorchester and Dorchester in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy: 490. TechBoston Academy: 850. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy and TechBoston Academy rank in Massachusetts?
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy is 284th of 300 and TechBoston Academy is 288th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).