The Sturgis Charter Public School is a dual-campus charter school located in the village of Hyannis, Massachusetts, United States.
Serving 826 students in grades 9-12, Sturgis Charter Public School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 826 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sturgis Charter Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Sturgis Charter Public School's student population of 826 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
826 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Navy Blue, Green White
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
School Rankings
Sturgis Charter Public School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sturgis Charter Public School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
82%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: East - "storm" West - "navigators"
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sturgis Charter Public School's ranking?
Sturgis Charter Public School is ranked #44 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Sturgis Charter Public School often compared to?
Sturgis Charter Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sturgis Charter Public School?
The graduation rate of Sturgis Charter Public School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sturgis Charter Public School?
826 students attend Sturgis Charter Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Sturgis Charter Public School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sturgis Charter Public School?
Sturgis Charter Public School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sturgis Charter Public School offer ?
Sturgis Charter Public School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sturgis Charter Public School part of?
Sturgis Charter Public School is part of Sturgis Charter Public School District.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
My son feels that Sturgis is a perfect fit for him. He is more academic than sports oriented.
The teachers are extremely helpful and the school is in a great location. I am happy and prouspd to have my son at Sturgis.
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