Below Average
#1520 of 1,793 schools in MA
Barnstable High
High School · Barnstable
744 West Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601
Enrollment
1,756
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
1,756
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,520 of 1,793
In Hyannis
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
Barnstable
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Barnstable High
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About Barnstable High
Barnstable High is a public high school in Hyannis, MA, part of Barnstable. Barnstable High serves approximately 1,756 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Barnstable High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,520 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Barnstable High show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Barnstable 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
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Barnstable High — Students at Barnstable High score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 84 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: 3.3/10.
How Barnstable High Compares
See how Barnstable 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
744 West Main Street, Hyannis, MA 02601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barnstable High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sturgis Charter Public School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High (rated 5.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hyannis, see our Hyannis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,989
Median Home Value
$408,800
Median Rent
$1,629/mo
Population
16,066
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
44.1
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| BISHOP FEEHAN Attleboro, MA | 4.4 |
| Malden High Malden, MA | 4.4 |
| North High Worcester, MA | 4.4 |
| Classical High Lynn, MA | 4.2 |
| Revere High Revere, MA | 4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barnstable High
What grades does Barnstable High serve?
Barnstable High serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Barnstable High?
Barnstable High has an enrollment of approximately 1,756 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barnstable High?
The student-teacher ratio at Barnstable High is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Barnstable High rank in MA?
Barnstable High ranks #1,520 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Barnstable High's MySchoolScout rating?
Barnstable High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Barnstable High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Barnstable High has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Barnstable High a charter school?
No, Barnstable High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Barnstable High a Title I school?
No, Barnstable High is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,756
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 154
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Barnstable County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (508) 790-6445
- 4-Year Graduation
- 88.0%
Resources & Links
District
Barnstable- District Enrollment
- 4,817
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,051
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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