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Hopedale JR SR High

High School · Hopedale

25 Adin Street, Hopedale, MA 01747

Enrollment

447

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,027 of 1,793

In Hopedale

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Hopedale

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Hopedale JR SR High

5.9/10

High School in Hopedale · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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About Hopedale JR SR High

Hopedale JR SR High is a public high school in Hopedale, MA, part of Hopedale. Hopedale JR SR High serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hopedale JR SR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,027 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Hopedale JR SR High show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Hopedale JR SR High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+6.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
College Readiness7.4Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation15%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,929
Chronic Absenteeism14.3%

Hopedale JR SR High — Students at Hopedale JR SR High score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
48.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 98 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
68%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
89%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
94%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
59.8%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
65.4%
ELA
74.2%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
50.8%
ELA
56.6%
2022
Math
45.2%
ELA
53.8%
2023
Math
43.5%
ELA
45.8%
2024
Math
51%
ELA
48.5%
2025
Math
46%
ELA
42.8%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Hopedale JR SR High Compares

See how Hopedale JR SR High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in MA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.6/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
15% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·33 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

25 Adin Street, Hopedale, MA 01747

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hopedale JR SR High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Blackstone Valley (rated 7.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Upton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bellingham High School (rated 6.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Bellingham), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nipmuc Regional High (rated 6.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Upton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Hopedale, see our Hopedale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Memorial Hopedale 0.2 mi 5.1
Park Street School Hopedale 0.6 mi 3.4
Shining Star Early Childhood Center Milford 1.3 mi 3.8
Milford High Milford 1.4 mi 4.8
Brookside Milford 1.5 mi 6.3
Stacy Middle Milford 1.3 mi 3.3
Memorial Milford 1.4 mi 5.4
Henry P Clough Mendon 1.7 mi 6.8
Woodland Milford 2.0 mi 5.0
Miscoe Hill School Mendon 1.8 mi 7.0
BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mendon 2.6 mi 6.0
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Milford 2.6 mi
EVERGREEN CENTER Milford 2.9 mi 7.9
Bellingham Early Childhood Center Bellingham 4.1 mi 3.6
Stall Brook Bellingham 4.1 mi 5.0
Bellingham Memorial School Bellingham 4.9 mi 4.8
Nipmuc Regional High Upton 4.6 mi 6.2
Blackstone Valley Upton 4.7 mi 7.5
Memorial School Upton 4.8 mi 7.1
Bellingham High School Bellingham 5.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01747 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,216

Median Home Value

$456,000

Median Rent

$1,819/mo

Population

6,024

College Educated

48.4%

Homeownership

76.8%

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hopedale JR SR High

What grades does Hopedale JR SR High serve?

Hopedale JR SR High serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Hopedale JR SR High?

Hopedale JR SR High has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hopedale JR SR High?

The student-teacher ratio at Hopedale JR SR High is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hopedale JR SR High rank in MA?

Hopedale JR SR High ranks #1,027 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Hopedale JR SR High's MySchoolScout rating?

Hopedale JR SR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Hopedale JR SR High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hopedale JR SR High has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Hopedale JR SR High a charter school?

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

Is Hopedale JR SR High a Title I school?

No, Hopedale JR SR High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.3%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Hopedale
District Enrollment
1,101
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,929
District Rank
#1 of 3

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