Full Circle High School

www.somerville.k12.ma.us

54 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Full Circle High School, located at 11 Otis Street in Somerville, Massachusetts, is an alternative educational program within the Somerville Public Schools district. It is specifically designed to provide a supportive, small-school environment for students who may struggle in a traditional high school setting. By prioritizing smaller class sizes and a personalized approach to instruction, the school aims to help students overcome academic and personal obstacles, earn their diplomas, and develop a clear path toward post-graduation success.

The school’s philosophy centers on fostering strong relationships between students and staff, creating a community where learners feel valued and understood. In addition to a rigorous academic curriculum that meets district standards, Full Circle emphasizes social-emotional learning and provides targeted support services to address the diverse needs of its student body. By offering a more intimate and flexible atmosphere, Full Circle High School serves as a vital resource for students looking to re-engage with their education and reach their full potential.

Total Students

13.1

Full-Time Teachers

4.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Full Circle High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	14
Hispanic	29
Black	8
Two or More	3

Hispanic
29 (53.7 %)
White
14 (25.9 %)
Black
8 (14.8 %)
Two or More
3 (5.6 %)

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:	Somerville
Phone:	(617)629-5640
Website:	http://www.somerville.k12.ma.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	54
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	13.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	4.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 13

Grade 10 19

Grade 11 8

Grade 12 13

Ungraded 1