FENWAY HIGH SCHOOL

Fenway High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Boston school district, located in Roxbury, MA with about 364 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 31 teachers, Fenway High 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.

Fenway High School, located in the Roxbury neighborhood of Boston, is a pilot school within the Boston Public Schools (BPS) district known for its commitment to progressive, student-centered education. Founded on the principle that smaller learning communities foster deeper academic engagement, the school emphasizes a personalized approach where teachers often loop with their students over multiple years. This structure helps cultivate strong, long-term mentorships, allowing faculty to better support the unique social, emotional, and academic needs of each pupil.

The school’s curriculum is deeply rooted in inquiry-based learning and project-based assessment, moving away from traditional standardized testing models to encourage critical thinking and real-world application. Fenway High also places a heavy emphasis on civic engagement, social justice, and community service, often integrating these themes into their core classes. By maintaining a rigorous yet inclusive environment, the school aims to prepare a diverse student body for success in higher education while empowering them to become active and informed participants in their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Fenway High School at (617) 635-9911 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.