Excel High School vs Ruth Batson Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Excel High School
South Boston · Public high · Grades 9–12
301 students
Ruth Batson Academy
Dorchester · Public high · Grades 7–12
604 students
| Measure | Excel High School South Boston, Massachusetts | Ruth Batson Academy Dorchester, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #242 of 300 | #272 of 300 |
| National rank | #10518 of 16,910 | #13646 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 301 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 301 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 7.3 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| city | South Boston | Dorchester |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Excel High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.8 vs 28.6).
- •Excel High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Excel High School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Excel High School does better on students per teacher (7.3 vs 9.7).
- •Ruth Batson Academy is the larger school with 604 students compared with 301.
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 Excel High School better than Ruth Batson Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Excel High School ranks higher (41.8 vs 28.6 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 Excel High School and Ruth Batson Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between South Boston and Dorchester in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Excel High School: 301. Ruth Batson Academy: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Excel High School and Ruth Batson Academy rank in Massachusetts?
Excel High School is 242nd of 300 and Ruth Batson Academy is 272nd of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).