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Brockton High

High School · Brockton

470 Forest Avenue, Brockton, MA 02301

Enrollment

3,586

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,134 of 1,793

In Brockton

#10 of 24

public schools

In district

#9 of 23

Brockton

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Brockton High

5.6/10

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

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About Brockton High

Brockton High is a public high school in Brockton, MA, part of Brockton. Brockton High serves approximately 3,586 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brockton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,134 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Brockton High show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Brockton High

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

Brockton High School is a public high school located in Brockton, Massachusetts, and is part of the Brockton Public Schools district 3 . Established in 1870, the school is one of the largest in the United States and the largest in Massachusetts, with an enrollment of 4,029 students as of 2016 3 . The school's mascot is the Boxers, a designation that honors the city's boxing history and notable alumni Rocky Marciano and Marvin Hagler 3 . Recent activities include student-athletes visiting Davis K-8 School to interact with younger students 1 . Additionally, student artists have participated in the annual Art Smart competition, with works displayed at the Brockton Public Library 1 . The district also conducts voluntary social-emotional learning screenings for students in grades 3-12 1 .
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How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Brockton High is a large school: 3,586 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Test scores at Brockton High 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.

35% of students at Brockton 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-25.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation7.5%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,618
Chronic Absenteeism34.7%

Brockton High — Students at Brockton High score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (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
60%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
84%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
27.5%
ELA
36.5%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
38%
2023
Math
17%
ELA
34%
2024
Math
19%
ELA
38%
2025
Math
20%
ELA
30%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Brockton High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in MA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
204 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
7.5% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·187 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·34 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

470 Forest Avenue, Brockton, MA 02301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brockton High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. New Heights Charter School of Brockton (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Edison Evening Academy (rated 5.1/10), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Huntington Therapeutic Day School (rated 4.1/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Edison Evening Academy Brockton 0.0 mi 5.1
Brockton Virtual Learning Academy Brockton 0.0 mi 4.2
John F Kennedy Brockton 0.6 mi 5.1
West Middle School Brockton 0.9 mi 5.2
Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton 1.3 mi 3.6
South Middle School Brockton 1.3 mi 6.0
Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton 1.8 mi 2.7
Hancock Brockton 1.7 mi 3.4
Manthala George Jr. School Brockton 2.0 mi 6.7
Gilmore Elementary School Brockton 1.6 mi 4.1
Huntington Therapeutic Day School Brockton 2.1 mi 4.1
Plouffe Middle School Brockton 1.9 mi 3.5
New Heights Charter School of Brockton Brockton 2.0 mi 6.1
Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton 2.3 mi 6.5
North Middle School Brockton 2.6 mi 6.5
BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton 2.2 mi 4.4
Oscar F Raymond Brockton 2.6 mi 4.3
PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton 2.1 mi 5.2
Rose L Macdonald West Bridgewater 3.1 mi 4.0
Edgar B Davis Brockton 2.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,727

Median Home Value

$414,200

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

68,608

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brockton High

What grades does Brockton High serve?

Brockton High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brockton High?

Brockton High has an enrollment of approximately 3,586 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brockton High?

The student-teacher ratio at Brockton High is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brockton High rank in MA?

Brockton High ranks #1,134 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Brockton High's MySchoolScout rating?

Brockton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Brockton High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brockton High has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brockton High a charter school?

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

Is Brockton High a Title I school?

No, Brockton High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,586
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
204
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.7%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Brockton
District Enrollment
14,954
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,618
District Rank
#9 of 23

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