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Haverhill High

High School · Haverhill

137 Monument Street, Haverhill, MA 01832

Enrollment

1,991

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

4.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,606 of 1,793

In Haverhill

#14 of 16

public schools

In district

#12 of 16

Haverhill

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4.1/10

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About Haverhill High

Haverhill High is a public high school in Haverhill, MA, part of Haverhill. Haverhill High serves approximately 1,991 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Haverhill High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,606 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Haverhill High show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at Haverhill 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-19.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation15.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,615
Chronic Absenteeism49.6%

Haverhill High — Students at Haverhill High score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.2% (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
66%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
73%
ELA
88%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
43.5%
ELA
47.5%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2023
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2024
Math
27%
ELA
39%
2025
Math
26%
ELA
31%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Haverhill High Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
11th percentile in MA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
148 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
15.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·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

137 Monument Street, Haverhill, MA 01832

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Haverhill High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gateway Academy (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greenleaf Academy (rated 4.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Bradford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Haverhill, see our Haverhill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Tilton Haverhill 1.0 mi 6.4
Consentino Middle School Haverhill 1.2 mi 5.2
Silver Hill Elementary School Haverhill 1.3 mi 5.1
Gateway Academy Haverhill 1.0 mi 5.9
Bartlett School and Assessment Center Haverhill 1.4 mi 4.6
Walnut Square Haverhill 1.3 mi 6.3
Moody Haverhill 1.6 mi 6.6
Moody Preschool Extension Haverhill 1.6 mi 3.1
Hill View Montessori Charter Public School Haverhill 1.6 mi 4.3
HILLTOP SCHOOL Haverhill 1.3 mi
John G Whittier Haverhill 1.6 mi 5.0
Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill 1.7 mi 3.1
Caleb Dustin Hunking School Haverhill 2.1 mi 7.0
Greenleaf Academy Bradford 1.9 mi 4.1
SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford 2.0 mi 4.2
BRADFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford 2.7 mi 7.5
LITTLE EXPLORERS LEARNING CENTER Plaistow 3.0 mi
Bradford Elementary Bradford 2.8 mi 4.0
Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill 2.6 mi 4.6
Pollard Elementary School Plaistow 3.4 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01832 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,141

Median Home Value

$410,300

Median Rent

$1,612/mo

Population

26,065

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

58.1%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

38.6

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Classical High Lynn, MA 4.2
Revere High Revere, MA 4.2
Barnstable High Hyannis, MA 4.4
Malden High Malden, MA 4.4
North High Worcester, MA 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Haverhill High

What grades does Haverhill High serve?

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

How many students attend Haverhill High?

Haverhill High has an enrollment of approximately 1,991 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Haverhill High?

The student-teacher ratio at Haverhill High is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Haverhill High rank in MA?

Haverhill High ranks #1,606 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Haverhill High's MySchoolScout rating?

Haverhill High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Haverhill High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Haverhill High has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Haverhill High a charter school?

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

Is Haverhill High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,991
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
148
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.6%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

Haverhill
District Enrollment
7,882
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,615
District Rank
#12 of 16

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