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Douglas High School

High School · Douglas

33 Davis Street, Douglas, MA 01516

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,138 of 1,793

In Douglas

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

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Douglas High School

5.6/10

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

Douglas Middle School

6.2/10

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3.2/10

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About Douglas High School

Douglas High School is a public high school in Douglas, MA, part of Douglas. Douglas High School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,138 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Douglas High School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Douglas 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-10.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation21.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,532
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

Douglas High School — Students at Douglas High School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 77.2% (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
56%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
60.5%
ELA
65.5%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
73%
2022
Math
51.5%
ELA
72.5%
2023
Math
48%
ELA
61%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
35%
ELA
51%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Douglas High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in MA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.9
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
21.8% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·13 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

33 Davis Street, Douglas, MA 01516

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Douglas High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Burrillville High School (rated 7.9/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Harrisville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sutton High School (rated 7.6/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Sutton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northbridge High (rated 6.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Whitinsville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Douglas, see our Douglas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Douglas Middle School Douglas 0.3 mi 6.2
Douglas Elementary School Douglas 0.4 mi 3.2
Douglas Primary School Douglas 0.5 mi 6.6
Northbridge Elementary School Whitinsville 3.6 mi 7.2
Northbridge Middle Whitinsville 3.6 mi 3.7
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whitinsville 3.6 mi 4.9
Northbridge High Whitinsville 3.7 mi 6.6
Whitin Intermediate Uxbridge 3.9 mi 6.6
Taft Early Learning Center Uxbridge 4.0 mi 7.8
OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Uxbridge 3.9 mi 3.3
Uxbridge High Uxbridge 4.4 mi 6.2
Gateway to College Uxbridge 4.4 mi 4.8
William Callahan School Harrisville 6.9 mi 4.2
Sutton Elementary Sutton 6.4 mi 5.4
COUNTRY MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL Sutton 6.8 mi
Sutton Middle School Sutton 6.4 mi 4.6
Sutton High School Sutton 6.4 mi 7.6
Austin T. Levy School Harrisville 7.1 mi 6.6
Sutton Early Learning Sutton 6.4 mi 5.3
Burrillville High School Harrisville 7.1 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,859

Median Home Value

$436,700

Median Rent

$1,537/mo

Population

9,287

College Educated

44.1%

Homeownership

83.6%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

44.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Douglas High School

What grades does Douglas High School serve?

Douglas High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Douglas High School?

Douglas High School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Douglas High School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Douglas High School rank in MA?

Douglas High School ranks #1,138 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Douglas High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Douglas High School 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 Douglas High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas High School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Douglas High School a charter school?

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

Is Douglas High School a Title I school?

No, Douglas High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Douglas
District Enrollment
1,160
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,532
District Rank
#3 of 4

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