PROSPECT HILL ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Prospect Hill Academy Charter school district, located in Cambridge, MA with about 1,132 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 111 teachers, Prospect Hill Academy Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School (PHA) is a tuition-free, PreK-12 public charter school serving students from Cambridge and Somerville, Massachusetts. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school operates on a mission to prepare students for success in college and beyond by emphasizing high academic standards, character development, and civic engagement. The school is organized into three distinct campuses—elementary, middle, and high school—each designed to foster a supportive community that promotes intellectual curiosity and personal growth.

The academy distinguishes itself through a college-preparatory curriculum that balances traditional core subjects with social-emotional learning and extracurricular opportunities. With a strong commitment to closing the opportunity gap, Prospect Hill Academy employs a diverse faculty and a data-driven approach to ensure that every student receives personalized instruction. By cultivating a culture of high expectations and mutual respect, PHA strives to empower its students to become informed, responsible, and engaged citizens in an increasingly global society.

For more information, contact Prospect Hill Academy Charter School at (617) 284-7800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.