BOSTON ARTS ACADEMY

Boston Arts Academy is a Title I public high school that is part of the Boston school district, located in Boston, MA with about 469 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 47 teachers, Boston Arts Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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 Arts Academy (BAA), located at 174 Ipswich Street, is Boston’s only public high school dedicated exclusively to the visual and performing arts. As a unique institution within the Boston Public Schools district, the school integrates a rigorous college-preparatory academic curriculum with intensive, conservatory-style arts training. Students at BAA pursue specialized majors such as dance, music, theater, visual arts, and fashion technology, working under the guidance of professional artists and educators who emphasize creative expression, critical thinking, and artistic discipline.

Beyond its focus on technical mastery, the school is deeply committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive community that empowers students to use their voices for social change and civic engagement. BAA provides a platform for young artists to showcase their work through public exhibitions and performances, often bridging the gap between classroom learning and the professional arts world. By preparing students for both higher education and careers in the arts and beyond, Boston Arts Academy plays a vital role in nurturing the next generation of creative leaders in the city of Boston.

For more information, contact Boston Arts Academy at (617) 635-6470 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.