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Georgetown High School

High School · Georgetown

11 Winter Street, Georgetown, MA 01833

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,103 of 1,793

In Georgetown

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Georgetown

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Georgetown High School

5.7/10

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

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3.9/10

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About Georgetown High School

Georgetown High School is a public high school in Georgetown, MA, part of Georgetown. Georgetown High School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgetown High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,103 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Georgetown High School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.1Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-6.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-4.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation33.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,063
Chronic Absenteeism20.8%

Georgetown High School — Students at Georgetown High School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 82.1% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
63%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
91%
ELA
87.5%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
76%
2022
Math
57.5%
ELA
66%
2023
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2024
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2025
Math
41%
ELA
50%

* 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: 1.1/10.

How Georgetown High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in MA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
1.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
13
6 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
33.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics13sports offered
6 boys'·7 girls'·23 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

11 Winter Street, Georgetown, MA 01833

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Georgetown High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pentucket Regional Sr High (rated 8.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whittier Regional Vocational (rated 8.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROOKS SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby North Andover), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown 0.0 mi 3.9
Perley Elementary Georgetown 0.2 mi 3.2
Penn Brook Georgetown 0.9 mi 4.1
Spofford Pond Boxford 2.4 mi 6.4
Elmer S Bagnall Groveland 2.3 mi 8.1
Harry Lee Cole Boxford 4.5 mi 7.4
Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury 4.3 mi 6.9
Pentucket Regional Sr High West Newbury 4.3 mi 8.2
Triton Regional Middle School Byfield 3.7 mi 7.6
Triton Regional High School Byfield 3.7 mi 6.5
CLARK SCHOOL Rowley 4.1 mi 5.8
Dr John C Page School West Newbury 6.0 mi 9.0
Golden Hill Haverhill 5.1 mi 7.3
Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill 5.1 mi 4.6
THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury 6.1 mi
Bradford Elementary Bradford 4.8 mi 4.0
Proctor Elementary Topsfield 6.0 mi 7.4
Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill 6.2 mi 8.2
BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover 5.0 mi 7.1
Masconomet Regional Middle School Boxford 6.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,565

Median Home Value

$614,700

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

8,380

College Educated

53.6%

Homeownership

83.9%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

42.9

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School Rating
Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School Adams, MA 5.8
Granby Jr Sr High School Granby, MA 5.8
Douglas High School Douglas, MA 5.6
BOSTON UNIVERSITY ACADEMY Boston, MA 5.9
CRISTO REY BOSTON HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester, MA 5.5
Pioneer Valley Regional Northfield, MA 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Georgetown High School

What grades does Georgetown High School serve?

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

How many students attend Georgetown High School?

Georgetown High School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Georgetown High School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Georgetown High School rank in MA?

Georgetown High School ranks #1,103 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Georgetown High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Georgetown High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Georgetown High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgetown High School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Georgetown High School a charter school?

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

Is Georgetown High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Georgetown
District Enrollment
1,262
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,063
District Rank
#1 of 4

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