Boston Latin Academy vs Braintree High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Boston Latin Academy
Dorchester · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,693 students
Braintree High
Braintree · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,694 students
| Measure | Boston Latin Academy Dorchester, Massachusetts | Braintree High Braintree, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #122 of 300 | #84 of 300 |
| National rank | #2223 of 16,910 | #1308 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,693 | 1,694 |
| Enrollment | 1,693 | 1,694 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 81% |
| city | Dorchester | Braintree |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Braintree High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.7 vs 74.5).
- •Braintree High does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 76%).
- •Braintree High does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 18.0).
- •Braintree High is the larger school with 1,694 students compared with 1,693.
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 Latin Academy better than Braintree High?
On the Success Index (US), Braintree High ranks higher (79.7 vs 74.5 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 Latin Academy and Braintree High?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Dorchester and Braintree in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Boston Latin Academy: 1,693. Braintree High: 1,694. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Boston Latin Academy and Braintree High rank in Massachusetts?
Boston Latin Academy is 122nd of 300 and Braintree High is 84th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).