Boston Collaborative High School

School Overview
Boston Collaborative High School (BCHS), located in Roslindale, Massachusetts, is a specialized public high school within the Boston Public Schools district designed to serve students who thrive in a smaller, more intimate learning environment. The school caters primarily to students who have experienced challenges in traditional comprehensive high school settings, offering a highly personalized approach to education. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a supportive atmosphere, BCHS aims to re-engage students academically while providing the individualized attention necessary to keep them on track for graduation.

The school’s curriculum and culture are rooted in a collaborative model that emphasizes strong relationships between students and faculty. Beyond traditional academics, Boston Collaborative places a significant focus on social-emotional learning, life skills, and post-secondary preparation. By fostering a close-knit community, the school provides a stable foundation for students to overcome personal or academic hurdles, ultimately preparing them for college, vocational training, or the workforce in a setting that prioritizes student well-being and holistic success.
178
Total Students
13.7
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Boston Collaborative High School
Demographic Student Count
White14
Hispanic89
Black63
Asian5
Two or More4
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    89 (50.3 %)
  • Black
    63 (35.6 %)
  • White
    14 (7.9 %)
  • Asian
    5 (2.8 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (2.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (1.1 %)
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)635-8035
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 178
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 13.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 3
Grade 10 12
Grade 11 45
Grade 12 118

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Boston Collaborative High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 93
Grade 1012
Grade 1145
Grade 12118
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Boston Collaborative High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female9050.6%
Male8748.9%
Not Specified10.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)