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Gloucester High
High School · Gloucester
32 Leslie O. Johnson Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
807
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,068 of 1,793
In Gloucester
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Gloucester
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About Gloucester High
Gloucester High is a public high school in Gloucester, MA, part of Gloucester. Gloucester High serves approximately 807 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Gloucester High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,068 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Gloucester High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Gloucester High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gloucester High — Students at Gloucester High score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.8/10.
How Gloucester High Compares
See how Gloucester High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
32 Leslie O. Johnson Rd, Gloucester, MA 01930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gloucester High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Manchester Essex Regional High School (rated 9.0/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Manchester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rockport High (rated 7.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Rockport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gloucester, see our Gloucester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ralph B O'Maley Middle Gloucester | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gloucester | 1.3 mi | — |
| Beeman Memorial Gloucester | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Gloucester PreSchool Gloucester | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| West Parish Gloucester | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Plum Cove School Gloucester | 4.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Rockport Elementary Rockport | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Rockport Middle Rockport | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Rockport High Rockport | 4.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Manchester Memorial Elementary Manchester | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Manchester Essex Regional High School Manchester | 5.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester | 5.0 mi | 8.4 |
| TARA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester By The Sea | 5.4 mi | — |
| Essex Elementary Essex | 5.9 mi | 5.9 |
| LANDMARK ELEMENTARYMIDDLE SCHOOL Manchester | 6.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| GLEN URQUHART SCHOOL Beverly | 7.8 mi | 7.3 |
| CUVILLY ARTS & EARTH CENTER Ipswich | 9.2 mi | — |
| Centerville Elementary Beverly | 8.8 mi | 8.3 |
| LANDMARK HIGH SCHOOL Prides Crossing | 9.1 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,898
Median Home Value
$587,800
Median Rent
$1,395/mo
Population
29,862
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
51
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carver Middle/High School Carver, MA | 5.8 |
| High School Of Commerce Springfield, MA | 5.8 |
| Quabbin Regional High School Barre, MA | 5.8 |
| THE WILLISTON NORTHAMPTON SCHOOL Easthampton, MA | 5.8 |
| Taconic High Pittsfield, MA | 5.8 |
| Auburn Senior High Auburn, MA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gloucester High
What grades does Gloucester High serve?
Gloucester High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gloucester High?
Gloucester High has an enrollment of approximately 807 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gloucester High?
The student-teacher ratio at Gloucester High is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gloucester High rank in MA?
Gloucester High ranks #1,068 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Gloucester High's MySchoolScout rating?
Gloucester High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Gloucester High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gloucester High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gloucester High a charter school?
No, Gloucester High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gloucester High a Title I school?
No, Gloucester High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 807
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.1%
- Phone
- (978) 281-9870
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Gloucester- District Enrollment
- 2,862
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,128
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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