BOSTON DAY AND EVENING ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

Boston Day and Evening Academy Charter School is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Boston Day and Evening Academy Charter school district, located in Roxbury, MA with about 404 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Boston Day and Evening Academy Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Boston Day and Evening Academy (BDEA) is a Horace Mann charter school located in Roxbury, Massachusetts, that provides a unique educational model specifically designed for students who have struggled in traditional high school settings. The academy serves a diverse population of students—often those who have experienced academic gaps, employment responsibilities, or life challenges—by operating on a year-round, competency-based schedule. By offering both day and evening programs, BDEA provides the flexibility necessary for students to balance their education with outside commitments, ensuring that barriers to attendance do not become barriers to graduation.

The school’s pedagogical approach centers on mastery rather than seat time; students progress by demonstrating proficiency in subjects through rigorous, project-based coursework. BDEA fosters a supportive, community-oriented environment that prioritizes social-emotional learning and strong student-teacher relationships. By focusing on personalization and student agency, the academy successfully re-engages young people who have left the traditional school system, empowering them to earn their high school diplomas and prepare for the transition into post-secondary education or the workforce.

For more information, contact Boston Day and Evening Academy Charter School at (617) 635-6789 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.