BOSTON GREEN ACADEMY HORACE MANN CHARTER SCHOOL

Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School school district, located in Brighton, MA with about 471 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 40 teachers, Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 Green Academy (BGA) is a Horace Mann Charter School located in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston, serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the Boston Public Schools system, the academy operates with a unique focus on environmental sustainability, social justice, and community-based learning. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students not only for college and career success but also to become active, informed citizens who are capable of addressing the complex challenges facing the modern world.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to restorative justice and a "whole-child" approach, emphasizing both academic rigor and social-emotional growth. By integrating green technology and environmental stewardship into its educational framework, Boston Green Academy provides students with hands-on, project-based learning opportunities. This mission-driven environment aims to close achievement gaps and foster an inclusive culture where students from diverse backgrounds are empowered to lead and create positive change within their community.

For more information, contact Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School at (617) 635-9860 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.