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Agawam High

High School · Agawam

760 Cooper Street, Agawam, MA 01001

Enrollment

1,050

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#905 of 1,793

In Agawam

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Agawam

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Agawam High

6.2/10

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

William P. Sapelli Elementary

3.1/10

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Agawam Early Childhood Center

3.3/10

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About Agawam High

Agawam High is a public high school in Agawam, MA, part of Agawam. Agawam High serves approximately 1,050 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Agawam High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #905 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Agawam High show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
College Readiness7.1Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation16%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,290
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

Agawam High — Students at Agawam High score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.0% (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
83%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
93%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2023
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2024
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
42%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Agawam High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in MA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
26
13 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
80 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
16% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
13 boys'·13 girls'·44 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

760 Cooper Street, Agawam, MA 01001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Agawam High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hampden Charter School of Science West (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West Springfield High (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Agawam, see our Agawam schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
William P. Sapelli Elementary Agawam 1.1 mi 3.1
Agawam Early Childhood Center Agawam 1.1 mi 3.3
Roberta G. Doering School Agawam 1.4 mi 4.4
Mittineague West Springfield 2.0 mi 6.4
Memorial West Springfield 1.9 mi 5.8
Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills 1.7 mi 4.4
Benjamin J Phelps Agawam 1.6 mi 6.0
James Clark School Agawam 2.1 mi 4.4
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL West Springfield 2.2 mi 4.4
Tatham West Springfield 2.2 mi 9.1
Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills 1.8 mi 4.7
Philip G Coburn West Springfield 2.6 mi 6.0
Hampden Charter School of Science West West Springfield 2.7 mi 6.4
MAY CTR SCHOOL FOR AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DIS West Springfield 2.7 mi 7.0
West Springfield High West Springfield 3.3 mi 6.2
John R Fausey West Springfield 3.5 mi 7.7
West Springfield Middle West Springfield 3.6 mi 4.3
Brightwood Springfield 3.3 mi 4.3
Lincoln Springfield 3.3 mi 5.2
Impact Prep at Chestnut Springfield 3.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,924

Median Home Value

$270,300

Median Rent

$1,305/mo

Population

16,136

College Educated

35.6%

Homeownership

72.9%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

45.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
North Middlesex Regional Townsend, MA 6.2
Silver Lake Regional High Kingston, MA 6.2
West Springfield High West Springfield, MA 6.2
Bellingham High School Bellingham, MA 6.3
Diman Regional Vocational Technical High Fall River, MA 6.3
Innovation Academy Charter School Tyngsboro, MA 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Agawam High

What grades does Agawam High serve?

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

How many students attend Agawam High?

Agawam High has an enrollment of approximately 1,050 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Agawam High?

The student-teacher ratio at Agawam High is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Agawam High rank in MA?

Agawam High ranks #905 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Agawam High's MySchoolScout rating?

Agawam High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Agawam High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Agawam High has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Agawam High a charter school?

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

Is Agawam High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,050
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
80
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Agawam
District Enrollment
3,504
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,290
District Rank
#1 of 8

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