Serving 344 students in grades 7-12, Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Sizer is a free & public charter school located in Fitchburg,
MA, serving students in grades seven through twelve.
In a nutshell, our educational philosophy engages students in
active learning and gives them voice in their educational journey.
Our scholars develop skills focused on personal academic
achievement and responsibility both in & out of the
classroom.We believe that all students - regardless of where
they start - can leave Sizer with the necessary tools to succeed in
life and become leaders in their own communities. Our faculty and
staff are some of the most dedicated and talented professionals in
Massachusetts and are deeply committed to crafting engaging
lessons, encouraging creativity, and guiding students as they grow
and learn.
OUR MISSION: Sizer School, a North Central Charter Essential
School,is a public school where students are known
personally, challenged intellectually, and participate actively in
their learning. Guided by its commitment to diversity and
inclusiveness, the school seeks to send graduates into the world
whoTHINKfor themselves,CAREabout others,
andACTcreatively and responsibly.
OUR VISION: We are an innovative public school that meets each
and every student where they are as individuals and learners. We do
what it takes to inspire passionate, creativeand life-long
learners who achieve personal greatness, are prepared for the
future and engage with and give back to the world.
What is Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School's ranking?
Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School is ranked #1225 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School?
The graduation rate of Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School?
344 students attend Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School?
Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School offer ?
Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sizer School A North Central Charter Essential School part of?
My son just started, and I am disappointed it is not at all what promised...they also lied to me getting ready to change things.
- Posted by Parent - Noone
56/21/2010
WOW! I am sorry that you feel that way. My first question to ask is ... Did you ever try and work it out? I have found on many occasions that NCCES is very open to try and solve problems or issues.
For my family NCCES has been a wonderful and rewarding educational experience. I am a parent of two NCCES students, and soon my youngest will go there as well.
First, I need to mention the school's mission: Think, Care, Act. That mission has created a warm and loving community made up of Students, Teachers, Parents, Staff, and people within the community. NCCES is an Essential School and they incorporate the 10 Principle's of Essential Schools into their curriculum.
NCCES offers a wonderful education with high standards. They have a strong academic program, where they individually educate each student (whether or not they are on an IEP). In addition to the regular education, I also can say that the Special Education program at NCCES is amazing. Class sizes are also key to NCCES's success. Most classes have between 10-14 students (max 20 students in a class). The students are all assigned to an academic advisor, and must create a portfolio of their completed work that represents certain academic standards. In addition to that, every senior must complete a senior project in order to graduate.
It is important to note that ALL (100%) of the graduating class of 2010 are going onto a secondary education. At their graduation, which I attended, there were 6 students who chose (and they were not chosen) to speak to their fellow peers, and honored guests at their graduation. It was wonderful to see students so charged and engaged about their education and their positive experiences at NCCES.
The school offers sports programs in the fall and spring. They have a wonderful Drama club that puts on two productions a year. This year NCCES participated in the Fay School's Rube Goldberg Machine Competition (an invitation only event), and they have been invited back next year. There are many other activities at the school as well that offers great opportunities for the students to expand their NCCES experience.
Parents have an active roll at NCCES. First, there are three major meetings during the year, where you are an active participant of your child's education. Your child, your child's advisory teacher, and you sit down and create learning goals, share your child's learning experience, and also later in the year share in your child's portfolio (a major part in their NCCES education). Parents are also able to participate in the NCCES PTO, volunteer at the school, help with the many organizations/activities at NCCES, and also have representation on the NCCES Board of Trustees. We currently have 3 parent reps serving on the Board.
I would, and do, recommend this school for a quality education. Embrace NCCES and you will go far!
- Posted by Parent - pixel
23/1/2010
This school ruined my daughters life. The incompetent unprofesional staff participated in inappropriate behavior with my child. The administration refused to address the admitted guilty offenders and instead participated in a cover up. There are not any approprate bounderies between the staff and students. Parents BEWARE!
- Posted by Parent - PMADJ
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