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#758 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 42% in state
Amesbury High
High School · Amesbury
5 Highland Street, Amesbury, MA 01913
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
465
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#758 of 1,793
In Amesbury
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Amesbury
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Amesbury High
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About Amesbury High
Amesbury High is a public high school in Amesbury, MA, part of Amesbury. Amesbury High serves approximately 465 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Amesbury High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #758 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Amesbury High show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Amesbury High — Students at Amesbury High score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.0/10.
How Amesbury High Compares
See how Amesbury High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5 Highland Street, Amesbury, MA 01913
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amesbury High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Newburyport High (rated 7.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Newburyport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Amesbury Innovation High School (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Amesbury, see our Amesbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury | 0.3 mi | — |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Shay Elementary Amesbury | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Amesbury Middle Amesbury | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton | 2.0 mi | — |
| SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| South Hampton Barnard School South Hampton | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury | 3.0 mi | — |
| Dr John C Page School West Newbury | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Newburyport High Newburyport | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| River Valley Charter School Newburyport | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Salisbury Elementary Salisbury | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MERRIMAC HEIGHTS ACADEMY Merrimac | 4.1 mi | — |
| Kensington Elementary School Kensington | 5.4 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01913 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,599
Median Home Value
$475,400
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
17,277
College Educated
42.5%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
44.2
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley, MA | 6.6 |
| Frontier Regional South Deerfield, MA | 6.6 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham, MA | 6.6 |
| Joseph Case High Swansea, MA | 6.6 |
| Northbridge High Whitinsville, MA | 6.6 |
| Tyngsborough High School Tyngsborough, MA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amesbury High
What grades does Amesbury High serve?
Amesbury High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Amesbury High?
Amesbury High has an enrollment of approximately 465 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amesbury High?
The student-teacher ratio at Amesbury High is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Amesbury High rank in MA?
Amesbury High ranks #758 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Amesbury High's MySchoolScout rating?
Amesbury High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Amesbury High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amesbury High has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Amesbury High a charter school?
No, Amesbury High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Amesbury High a Title I school?
No, Amesbury High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 465
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (978) 388-4800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Amesbury- District Enrollment
- 1,817
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,059
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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