School Overview
"Another Course to College" (ACC) is a unique, college-preparatory pilot school within the Boston Public Schools district, located in Hyde Park. Founded with the mission of providing a rigorous academic environment for students who might otherwise be overlooked, the school maintains a specialized focus on preparing its students for success in four-year university settings. By emphasizing high academic standards and providing a supportive, small-school culture, ACC aims to bridge the achievement gap and ensure that its graduates are not only college-ready but also equipped with the critical thinking skills necessary for long-term career success.

The school is well-regarded for its emphasis on a humanities-based curriculum and its commitment to fostering strong relationships between students and faculty. Because of its status as a pilot school, ACC has more autonomy than traditional district schools, allowing it to tailor its scheduling and instructional methods to better meet the specific needs of its student body. For families in the Boston area, Another Course to College serves as a vital pathway for students seeking a challenging, focused educational experience that prioritizes higher education attainment as a central goal of the high school journey.
230
Total Students
24.2
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Another Course To College
Demographic Student Count
White8
Hispanic117
Black98
Two or More6
  • Hispanic
    117 (51.1 %)
  • Black
    98 (42.8 %)
  • White
    8 (3.5 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (2.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Boston
Phone: (617)635-8865
Website: http://www.bostonpublicschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 230
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 49
Grade 10 65
Grade 11 58
Grade 12 58

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Another Course To College
Grade Student Count
Grade 949
Grade 1065
Grade 1158
Grade 1258
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Another Course To College
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female9039.1%
Male13960.4%
Not Specified10.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)