Very Good
#588 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 33% in state
Bourne High School
High School · Bourne
75 Waterhouse Rd, Bourne, MA 02532
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#588 of 1,793
In Bourne
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Bourne
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Bourne High School
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About Bourne High School
Bourne High School is a public high school in Bourne, MA, part of Bourne. Bourne High School serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bourne High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #588 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Bourne High School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Bourne High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Bourne High School — Students at Bourne High School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
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: 6.2/10.
How Bourne High School Compares
See how Bourne High School 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
75 Waterhouse Rd, Bourne, MA 02532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bourne High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sandwich Middle High School (rated 6.8/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby East Sandwich), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Wareham Senior High (rated 6.6/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Wareham), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bourne, see our Bourne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bourne Intermediate School Bourne | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Bourne Middle School Bourne | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| BRIDGEVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sagamore | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CHRISTOPHER DONOVAN DAY SCHOOL- INC Onset | 3.4 mi | — |
| WALDORF SCHOOL OF CAPE COD Sandwich | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| THE HUNDRED ACRE SCHL HERITAGE MUSEUMS AND GARDENS Sandwich | 4.5 mi | — |
| Wareham Elementary School Wareham | 5.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Forestdale School Sandwich | 5.4 mi | 7.5 |
| South Elementary Plymouth | 6.8 mi | 8.0 |
| North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth | 7.1 mi | 8.0 |
| THE COVE SCHOOL Plymouth | 8.0 mi | — |
| Wareham Senior High Wareham | 6.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Wareham Cooperative Alternative School Wareham | 6.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Wareham Middle Wareham | 6.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Sandwich Middle High School East Sandwich | 6.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Oak Ridge East Sandwich | 7.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Plymouth South High Plymouth | 10.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Plymouth South Middle Plymouth | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,411
Median Home Value
$477,200
Median Rent
$1,474/mo
Population
13,180
College Educated
42.5%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
54.1
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| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston, MA | 7.1 |
| BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston, MA | 7.0 |
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| Leicester High Leicester, MA | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bourne High School
What grades does Bourne High School serve?
Bourne High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bourne High School?
Bourne High School has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bourne High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bourne High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bourne High School rank in MA?
Bourne High School ranks #588 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Bourne High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bourne High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Bourne High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bourne High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bourne High School a charter school?
No, Bourne High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bourne High School a Title I school?
No, Bourne High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Barnstable County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.5%
- Phone
- (508) 759-0670
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
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District
Bourne- District Enrollment
- 1,563
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,602
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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