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#77 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 4% in state

Duxbury High

High School · Duxbury

71 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA 02332

Enrollment

862

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

9.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#77 of 1,793

In Duxbury

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Duxbury

Equity

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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9.1/10

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About Duxbury High

Duxbury High is a public high school in Duxbury, MA, part of Duxbury. Duxbury High serves approximately 862 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Duxbury High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Duxbury High show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Duxbury High

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Duxbury High School is a public high school located in Duxbury, Massachusetts, within the Duxbury Public School District 2 . The school shares a facility with Duxbury Middle School at 71 Alden Street, a building constructed in 2014 2 . Leadership includes Superintendent Danielle Klingaman, Assistant Superintendent Beth Wilcox, and Principal Todd Warmington 2 . The school's mascot is the Dragons, and its colors are green, white, and silver 2 . The district's mission focuses on providing equitable access to personal and academic excellence 1 . Reported statistics include a 95% student attendance rate, an average AP score of 3.5, and 81% of students meeting or exceeding targets 1 . The school offers over 35 sports and more than 50 clubs and activities 1 . Additionally, over 1,000 students participate in performing arts programs 1 .
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  1. www.duxbury.k12.ma.us
  2. en.wikipedia.org
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How it compares2.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+44.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+28.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation30%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,775
Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

Duxbury High — Students at Duxbury High score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 88.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 91.1% (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
93%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2018
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2019
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2022
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2023
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2024
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2025
Math
90%
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: 8.6/10.

How Duxbury High Compares

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

Overall Score
9.1/10
96th percentile in MA
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
30
14 boys' · 16 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
80 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
30% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics30sports offered
14 boys'·16 girls'·59 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

71 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA 02332

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Duxbury High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rising Tide Charter Public School (rated 8.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), with a comparable rating. Another option is Marshfield High (rated 6.9/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Marshfield), a more accessible option. Additionally, Plymouth North High (rated 5.6/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), a more accessible option. For more schools in Duxbury, see our Duxbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Duxbury Middle Duxbury 0.1 mi 8.1
Alden School Duxbury 0.1 mi 8.0
Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield 1.7 mi 5.7
Daniel Webster Marshfield 3.5 mi 4.3
BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury 3.3 mi 6.0
Chandler Elementary Duxbury 3.0 mi 6.6
South River Marshfield 3.8 mi 7.1
ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury 3.2 mi
Hedge Plymouth 5.0 mi 5.9
Kingston Elementary Kingston 4.7 mi 3.9
Kingston Intermediate Kingston 4.9 mi 5.5
Cold Spring Plymouth 5.8 mi 7.0
Furnace Brook Middle Marshfield 5.1 mi 6.2
Marshfield High Marshfield 5.3 mi 6.9
Martinson Elementary Marshfield 5.4 mi 4.8
Rising Tide Charter Public School Plymouth 6.2 mi 8.4
Nathaniel Morton Elementary Plymouth 6.5 mi 8.3
Eames Way School Marshfield 6.5 mi 7.2
Map Academy Charter School Plymouth 7.0 mi 4.3
Plymouth North High Plymouth 7.2 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$171,471

Median Home Value

$826,300

Median Rent

$1,644/mo

Population

16,110

College Educated

73.5%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

47.7

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Milton High Milton, MA 8.8
Norwell High Norwell, MA 8.8
Dover-Sherborn Regional High Dover, MA 9.4
Wayland High School Wayland, MA 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Duxbury High

What grades does Duxbury High serve?

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

How many students attend Duxbury High?

Duxbury High has an enrollment of approximately 862 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Duxbury High?

The student-teacher ratio at Duxbury High is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Duxbury High rank in MA?

Duxbury High ranks #77 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Duxbury High's MySchoolScout rating?

Duxbury High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Duxbury High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Duxbury High has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Duxbury High a charter school?

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

Is Duxbury High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
862
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
80
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.6%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Duxbury
District Enrollment
2,755
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,775
District Rank
#1 of 4

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