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Abington High

High School · Abington

201 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA 02351

Enrollment

561

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,292 of 1,793

In Abington

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

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Abington High

5.1/10

High School in Abington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About Abington High

Abington High is a public high school in Abington, MA, part of Abington. Abington High serves approximately 561 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Abington High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,292 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Abington High show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Abington High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness7.4Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation15.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,411
Chronic Absenteeism32.3%

Abington High — Students at Abington High score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57.5%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
51.5%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
51.5%
ELA
61.5%
2023
Math
40%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
41%
ELA
45%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.

How Abington High Compares

See how Abington High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in MA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
15.3% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·37 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA 02351

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abington High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rockland Senior High (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Rockland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holbrook Middle High School (rated 5.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Holbrook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Brockton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Abington, see our Abington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Abington Middle School Abington 0.0 mi 5.1
Abington Early Education Program Abington 0.0 mi 3.3
Beaver Brook Elementary Abington 0.6 mi 7.5
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Abington 0.9 mi 4.2
Woodsdale Elementary School Abington 1.2 mi 4.8
Phelps Elementary School Rockland 1.8 mi 8.0
Louise A Conley Whitman 2.4 mi 7.8
John W Rogers Middle Rockland 2.0 mi 6.1
Rockland Senior High Rockland 2.0 mi 7.0
Whitman Middle Whitman 2.8 mi 4.5
Mary E. Baker School Brockton 2.5 mi 6.6
Ashfield Middle School Brockton 2.4 mi 7.7
CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton 2.7 mi 5.2
John H Duval Whitman 2.9 mi 5.6
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School South Weymouth 3.4 mi 6.6
Brookfield Brockton 2.9 mi 5.5
Downey Brockton 3.5 mi 5.9
East Middle School Brockton 3.3 mi 6.2
R Stewart Esten Rockland 3.0 mi 7.3
Holbrook Middle High School Holbrook 3.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,787

Median Home Value

$516,300

Median Rent

$1,547/mo

Population

17,008

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abington High

What grades does Abington High serve?

Abington High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Abington High?

Abington High has an enrollment of approximately 561 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abington High?

The student-teacher ratio at Abington High is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abington High rank in MA?

Abington High ranks #1,292 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Abington High's MySchoolScout rating?

Abington High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Abington High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abington High has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Abington High a charter school?

No, Abington High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Abington High a Title I school?

No, Abington High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
561
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.3%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Abington
District Enrollment
2,133
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,411
District Rank
#2 of 5

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