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Clinton Senior High

High School · Clinton

200 West Boylston Street, Clinton, MA 01510

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#950 of 1,793

In Clinton

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Clinton

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Clinton Senior High

6.1/10

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

Clinton Middle School

6.4/10

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8.2/10

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About Clinton Senior High

Clinton Senior High is a public high school in Clinton, MA, part of Clinton. Clinton Senior High serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Clinton Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #950 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Clinton Senior High show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Clinton Senior 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.

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-1.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-14.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation13.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,042
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Clinton Senior High — Students at Clinton Senior High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.8% (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
72%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
32.5%
ELA
52.5%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2023
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2025
Math
27%
ELA
34%

* 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 Clinton Senior High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in MA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
17
8 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
13.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
8 boys'·9 girls'·29 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

200 West Boylston Street, Clinton, MA 01510

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clinton Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tahanto Regional High (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Boylston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nashoba Regional (rated 7.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Bolton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Boylston Junior/Senior High (rated 6.6/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby West Boylston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Clinton Middle School Clinton 0.2 mi 6.4
Clinton Elementary Clinton 1.2 mi 8.2
Tahanto Regional High Boylston 2.6 mi 8.2
SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY South Lancaster 2.8 mi 6.8
RFK DON WATSON ACADEMY Lancaster 3.2 mi
TRIVIUM SCHOOL Lancaster 3.8 mi 4.1
NASHOBA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lancaster 3.6 mi
DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL Lancaster 4.1 mi 8.1
Mary Rowlandson Elementary Lancaster 4.4 mi 7.8
Luther Burbank Middle School Lancaster 4.4 mi 5.8
Houghton Elementary Sterling 3.6 mi 5.8
Chocksett Middle School Sterling 3.7 mi 7.2
Berlin Memorial School Berlin 4.1 mi 8.7
Nashoba Regional Bolton 4.7 mi 7.9
Boylston Elementary School Boylston 5.7 mi 8.7
Major Edwards Elementary West Boylston 4.9 mi 5.8
West Boylston Junior/Senior High West Boylston 5.0 mi 6.6
Florence Sawyer School Bolton 5.2 mi 6.0
Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough 6.6 mi 7.1
Marion E Zeh Northborough 6.6 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,849

Median Home Value

$348,000

Median Rent

$1,353/mo

Population

15,430

College Educated

35.1%

Homeownership

52.9%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clinton Senior High

What grades does Clinton Senior High serve?

Clinton Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Clinton Senior High?

Clinton Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clinton Senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at Clinton Senior High is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Clinton Senior High rank in MA?

Clinton Senior High ranks #950 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Clinton Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Clinton Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Clinton Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Clinton Senior High has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Clinton Senior High a charter school?

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

Is Clinton Senior High a Title I school?

No, Clinton Senior High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Clinton
District Enrollment
1,989
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,042
District Rank
#3 of 3

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