Below Average
#1481 of 1,793 schools in MA
Brighton High School
High School · Boston
25 Warren Street, Brighton, MA 02135
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,481 of 1,793
In Brighton
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#91 of 109
Boston
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Brighton High School
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About Brighton High School
Brighton High School is a public high school in Brighton, MA, part of Boston. Brighton High School serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brighton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,481 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Brighton High School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Brighton 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.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Brighton High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
86% of students at Brighton 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
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Brighton High School — Students at Brighton High School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 68 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: 8.3/10.
How Brighton High School Compares
See how Brighton 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
25 Warren Street, Brighton, MA 02135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brighton High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Chestnut Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brighton, see our Brighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School Brighton | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| KENNEDY DAY SCHOOL Brighton | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brighton | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Boston | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON Brighton | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| ST COLUMBKILLE PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Brighton | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing Allston | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Winship Elementary School Brighton | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| TORAH ACADEMY Brookline | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Michael Driscoll Brookline | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON Boston | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Edison K-8 School Brighton | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Lyon High School Brighton | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| John D Runkle Brookline | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Lyon K-8 School Brighton | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Gardner Pilot Academy Allston | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| BAY COVE ACADEMY Brookline | 1.0 mi | — |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Chestnut Hill | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,208
Median Home Value
$684,000
Median Rent
$2,179/mo
Population
43,683
College Educated
71.1%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
30.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greenfield High Greenfield, MA | 4.5 |
| Southbridge High School Southbridge, MA | 4.5 |
| ARCHBISHOP WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL Braintree, MA | 4.4 |
| Bartlett High School Webster, MA | 4.6 |
| Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy Dorchester, MA | 4.6 |
| Drury High North Adams, MA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brighton High School
What grades does Brighton High School serve?
Brighton High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Brighton High School?
Brighton High School has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brighton High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brighton High School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brighton High School rank in MA?
Brighton High School ranks #1,481 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Brighton High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brighton High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Brighton High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brighton High School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Brighton High School a charter school?
No, Brighton High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brighton High School a Title I school?
No, Brighton High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.6%
- Phone
- (617) 635-9873
- 4-Year Graduation
- 57.0%
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #91 of 109
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