HELEN Y. DAVIS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY CHARTER PUBLIC SCHOOL

Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public school district, located in Boston, MA with about 214 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 13 teachers, Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

The Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy (HVDLA), often referred to as the Smith Leadership Academy, is a tuition-free public charter school located in the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the academy operates with a mission to develop the next generation of leaders by providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education. The school places a heavy emphasis on academic excellence, character development, and civic engagement, aiming to close the achievement gap for students in the urban Boston community.

The school’s pedagogical approach is rooted in the "Davis Way," which focuses on cultivating scholar-leaders through a structured and supportive environment. HVDLA integrates social-emotional learning with a challenging academic curriculum to ensure students are prepared for the demands of high school and beyond. By fostering a culture of high expectations and community collaboration, the academy seeks to empower its students to become proactive contributors to their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School at (617) 474-7950 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.