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#241 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 13% in state

Hingham High

High School · Hingham

17 Union Street, Hingham, MA 02043

Enrollment

1,100

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#241 of 1,793

In Hingham

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Hingham

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Hingham High

8.3/10

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

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About Hingham High

Hingham High is a public high school in Hingham, MA, part of Hingham. Hingham High serves approximately 1,100 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hingham High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #241 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Hingham High show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency81% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+22.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation27.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,474
Chronic Absenteeism10.4%

Hingham High — Students at Hingham High score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 86.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 93.1% (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
90%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2023
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2024
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2025
Math
68%
ELA
81%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Hingham High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in MA
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
27.5% 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

17 Union Street, Hingham, MA 02043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hingham High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Deer Hill (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Cohasset), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, East Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hingham, see our Hingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
East Elementary School Hingham 1.0 mi 8.7
ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hingham 1.3 mi 4.3
DERBY ACADEMY Hingham 1.7 mi 6.8
South Elementary Hingham 1.9 mi 8.5
Plymouth River Hingham 1.7 mi 9.5
Wm L Foster Elementary Hingham 2.2 mi 8.2
SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham 1.9 mi
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Hingham 3.0 mi 4.4
Hingham Middle School Hingham 3.3 mi 8.6
SU ESCUELA LANGUAGE ACADEMY/SELA THE INTERNATIONAL Hingham 2.6 mi 6.3
Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth 2.5 mi 6.8
OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham 3.5 mi 5.3
FUSION HINGHAM Hingham 3.5 mi
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth 2.9 mi 6.6
Grace Farrar Cole Norwell 4.2 mi 7.3
THE ACCORD SCHOOL Norwell 4.2 mi
THE RIDGE HILL SCHOOL Norwell 4.3 mi
Deer Hill Cohasset 3.2 mi 8.8
Academy Avenue Weymouth 3.3 mi 8.1
Joseph Osgood Cohasset 3.4 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$181,017

Median Home Value

$1,075,100

Median Rent

$2,452/mo

Population

24,185

College Educated

75.3%

Homeownership

80.3%

Avg Commute

37.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

47.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hingham High

What grades does Hingham High serve?

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

How many students attend Hingham High?

Hingham High has an enrollment of approximately 1,100 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hingham High?

The student-teacher ratio at Hingham High is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hingham High rank in MA?

Hingham High ranks #241 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Hingham High's MySchoolScout rating?

Hingham High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Hingham High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hingham High has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hingham High a charter school?

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

Is Hingham High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,100
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.4%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Hingham
District Enrollment
3,707
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,474
District Rank
#5 of 6

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