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#94 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 5% in state

Concord Carlisle High

High School · Concord-Carlisle

500 Walden Street, Concord, MA 01742

Enrollment

1,230

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#94 of 1,793

In Concord

#2 of 5

public schools

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Concord Carlisle High

Concord Carlisle High is a public high school in Concord, MA, part of Concord-Carlisle. Concord Carlisle High serves approximately 1,230 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Concord Carlisle High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #94 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Concord Carlisle High show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Concord Carlisle High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Concord-Carlisle High School (CCHS) is a public high school located in Concord, Massachusetts, United States 1 . The school is situated 17 miles (27 km) northwest of Boston 1 . It serves students in grades 9–12 and operates as part of the Concord-Carlisle Regional School District 1 . The student body includes individuals from both Concord and Carlisle, Massachusetts 1 . Additionally, the school has a notable portion of minority students enrolled from Boston through the METCO program 1 .
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How it compares2.6 pts above MA schools
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+35.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+23.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College Readiness9.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation27.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,420
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Concord Carlisle High — Students at Concord Carlisle High score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 88.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 92.5% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
93%
ELA
99.5%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
88.5%
ELA
86.5%
2020*
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2022
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2023
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2024
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2025
Math
81%
ELA
84%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Concord Carlisle High Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
95th percentile in MA
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
26
11 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
105 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
27.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
11 boys'·15 girls'·49 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

500 Walden Street, Concord, MA 01742

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Concord Carlisle High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bedford High (rated 9.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Bedford), with a very similar rating. Another option is Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High (rated 8.6/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Sudbury), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Minuteman Regional High (rated 8.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Lexington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Alcott Concord 0.4 mi 7.6
THE FENN SCHOOL Concord 1.9 mi 7.0
THE CARROLL SCHOOL Lincoln 1.9 mi 7.2
Willard Concord 2.1 mi 7.2
Lincoln School Lincoln 2.3 mi 8.7
NASHOBA BROOKS SCHOOL Concord 2.7 mi 7.3
Concord Middle Concord 2.5 mi 9.4
THE GUILD FOR HUMAN SERVICES Concord 2.6 mi 7.1
BIRCHES SCHOOL Lincoln 2.5 mi 5.1
Thoreau Concord 2.5 mi 7.3
CORWIN-RUSSELL SCHOOL AT BROCCOLI HALL Sudbury 3.0 mi 6.5
Lt Eleazer Davis Bedford 3.3 mi 7.8
WILLOW HILL SCHOOL Sudbury 3.9 mi 6.2
Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base 3.6 mi 6.4
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Sudbury 4.3 mi 8.6
Minuteman Regional High Lexington 3.7 mi 8.3
Josiah Haynes Sudbury 4.0 mi 7.8
John Glenn Middle Bedford 4.2 mi 9.2
Claypit Hill School Wayland 5.1 mi 7.6
Bedford High Bedford 4.4 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$211,435

Median Home Value

$1,139,200

Median Rent

$2,471/mo

Population

18,337

College Educated

79.1%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

44.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Algonquin Regional High Northborough, MA 9.0
Arlington High Arlington, MA 8.9
Bedford High Bedford, MA 9.1
Duxbury High Duxbury, MA 9.1
Wellesley Sr High Wellesley, MA 8.9
Milton High Milton, MA 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Concord Carlisle High

What grades does Concord Carlisle High serve?

Concord Carlisle High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Concord Carlisle High?

Concord Carlisle High has an enrollment of approximately 1,230 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Concord Carlisle High?

The student-teacher ratio at Concord Carlisle High is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Concord Carlisle High rank in MA?

Concord Carlisle High ranks #94 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Concord Carlisle High's MySchoolScout rating?

Concord Carlisle High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Concord Carlisle High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Concord Carlisle High has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Concord Carlisle High a charter school?

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

Is Concord Carlisle High a Title I school?

No, Concord Carlisle High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,230
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
105
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Concord-Carlisle
District Enrollment
1,230
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,420
District Rank
#1 of 1

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