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#1423 of 1,793 schools in MA

Dracut Senior High

High School · Dracut

1540 Lakeview Avenue, Dracut, MA 01826

Enrollment

789

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,423 of 1,793

In Dracut

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

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Dracut Senior High

4.7/10

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

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5.7/10

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About Dracut Senior High

Dracut Senior High is a public high school in Dracut, MA, part of Dracut. Dracut Senior High serves approximately 789 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dracut Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,423 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Dracut Senior High show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
College Readiness7.3Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation17.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,777
Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

Dracut Senior High — Students at Dracut Senior High score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (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
80%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
83%
ELA
93%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
56.5%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
56%
2023
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2025
Math
38%
ELA
38%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Dracut Senior High Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
21th percentile in MA
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
15
6 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
17.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
6 boys'·9 girls'·15 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

1540 Lakeview Avenue, Dracut, MA 01826

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dracut Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lowell High (rated 4.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Lowell), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School (rated 3.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lowell), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dracut, see our Dracut schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
George H. Englesby Elementary School Dracut 0.2 mi 5.7
Justus C. Richardson Middle School Dracut 0.2 mi 5.0
Brookside Elementary Dracut 0.3 mi 3.3
STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowell 1.3 mi 6.8
Joseph McAvinnue Lowell 1.5 mi 6.7
Greenmont Avenue Dracut 1.5 mi 6.0
Dr An Wang School Lowell 1.9 mi 4.2
Bartlett Community Partnership Lowell 2.0 mi 7.4
Pawtucketville Memorial Lowell 2.0 mi 4.4
Charlotte M Murkland Elementary Lowell 2.1 mi 6.7
Greenhalge Lowell 1.8 mi 5.2
Kathryn P. Stoklosa Middle School Lowell 2.3 mi 7.1
SAINT PATRICK SCHOOL AND EDUCATION CENTER Lowell 2.2 mi 6.2
Lowell High Lowell 2.2 mi 4.5
HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell 2.3 mi 6.5
S Christa McAuliffe Elementary Lowell 2.0 mi 4.6
Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell 2.0 mi 5.7
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lowell 2.7 mi 5.4
Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell 2.4 mi 3.8
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell 2.3 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01826 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,451

Median Home Value

$466,200

Median Rent

$1,740/mo

Population

32,373

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

41.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Chicopee High Chicopee, MA 4.7
Argosy Collegiate Charter School Fall River, MA 4.8
Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley, MA 4.8
Tantasqua Regional Vocational Fiskdale, MA 4.8
Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy Dorchester, MA 4.6
English High School Jamaica Plain, MA 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dracut Senior High

What grades does Dracut Senior High serve?

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

How many students attend Dracut Senior High?

Dracut Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 789 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Dracut Senior High is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dracut Senior High rank in MA?

Dracut Senior High ranks #1,423 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Dracut Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

Dracut Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Dracut Senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dracut Senior High has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dracut Senior High a charter school?

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

Is Dracut Senior High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
789
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.9%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Dracut
District Enrollment
3,543
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,777
District Rank
#5 of 6

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