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Bartlett High School

High School · Webster

52 Lake Parkway, Webster, MA 01570

Enrollment

373

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,472 of 1,793

In Webster

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Webster

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4.6/10

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

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About Bartlett High School

Bartlett High School is a public high school in Webster, MA, part of Webster. Bartlett High School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bartlett High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,472 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Bartlett High School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Bartlett High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

50% of students at Bartlett High School 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 Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-32.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation17.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,018
Chronic Absenteeism50.4%

Bartlett High School — Students at Bartlett High School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.2% (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
35%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
28.5%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2023
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
21%
ELA
28%
2025
Math
13%
ELA
24%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Bartlett High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
18th percentile in MA
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.9
Sports
8
5 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
17.7% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
5 boys'·3 girls'·8 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

52 Lake Parkway, Webster, MA 01570

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bartlett High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School (rated 7.8/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Charlton), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVER RUN ACADEMY AT THE SUSAN WAYNE CTR OF EXCEL (rated 7.1/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Thompson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oxford High (rated 5.9/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Oxford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Webster, see our Webster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Webster Middle School Webster 0.1 mi 4.7
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Webster 0.6 mi 4.3
Park Avenue Elementary Webster 0.7 mi 6.5
Dudley Elementary Dudley 1.3 mi 5.4
Mason Road School Dudley 1.8 mi 5.2
Dudley Middle School Dudley 2.4 mi 4.1
Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley 2.6 mi 4.8
Alfred M Chaffee Oxford 4.5 mi 5.2
Tourtellotte Memorial High School North Grosvenordale 4.7 mi 4.7
Thompson Middle School North Grosvenordale 4.8 mi 4.1
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School North Grosvenordale 4.8 mi 6.9
MARIANAPOLIS PREP SCHOOL Thompson 6.0 mi 5.2
Oxford High Oxford 6.5 mi 5.9
Oxford Middle Oxford 6.6 mi 4.3
RIVER RUN ACADEMY AT THE SUSAN WAYNE CTR OF EXCEL Thompson 7.3 mi 7.1
Clara Barton Oxford 7.6 mi 5.9
Heritage School Charlton 7.0 mi 3.9
Charlton Middle School Charlton 7.0 mi 4.6
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton 7.7 mi 7.8
Putnam Middle School Putnam 8.5 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,934

Median Home Value

$339,600

Median Rent

$1,135/mo

Population

17,674

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

58%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

40

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Greenfield High Greenfield, MA 4.5
Southbridge High School Southbridge, MA 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bartlett High School

What grades does Bartlett High School serve?

Bartlett High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bartlett High School?

Bartlett High School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bartlett High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bartlett High School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bartlett High School rank in MA?

Bartlett High School ranks #1,472 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Bartlett High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bartlett High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Bartlett High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bartlett High School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bartlett High School a charter school?

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

Is Bartlett High School a Title I school?

No, Bartlett High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.4%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

Webster
District Enrollment
1,699
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,018
District Rank
#3 of 3

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