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#534 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 30% in state

Marblehead High

High School · Marblehead

2 Humphrey Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

Enrollment

874

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#534 of 1,793

In Marblehead

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Marblehead

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Marblehead High

7.3/10

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

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About Marblehead High

Marblehead High is a public high school in Marblehead, MA, part of Marblehead. Marblehead High serves approximately 874 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Marblehead High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #534 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Marblehead High show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+11.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation24.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,342
Chronic Absenteeism11.8%

Marblehead High — Students at Marblehead High score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 86.0% (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
93%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
88%
ELA
98%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
99.5%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2023
Math
78%
ELA
81%
2024
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2025
Math
57%
ELA
54%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Marblehead High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in MA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
28
13 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
84 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
24.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
13 boys'·15 girls'·62 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

2 Humphrey Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marblehead High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Salem High (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Salem), with a very similar rating. Another option is Salem Academy Charter School (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Salem), with a comparable rating. Additionally, New Liberty Innovation School (rated 6.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Salem), a more accessible option. For more schools in Marblehead, see our Marblehead schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
DEVEREUX SCHOOL Marblehead 0.2 mi 4.9
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School Marblehead 0.4 mi 9.2
TOWER SCHOOL Marblehead 0.5 mi 5.9
Marblehead Veterans Middle School Marblehead 0.6 mi 8.3
EPSTEIN HILLEL SCHOOL Marblehead 0.6 mi 6.9
Glover Marblehead 0.6 mi 9.3
Village School Marblehead 0.8 mi 7.3
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead 0.8 mi
CHILDRENS WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead 0.8 mi
Marblehead Community Charter Public School Marblehead 1.4 mi 7.2
Saltonstall School Salem 1.9 mi 4.6
Salem Academy Charter School Salem 2.0 mi 6.4
Salem Early Childhood Salem 2.6 mi 5.5
Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem 2.6 mi 7.5
Swampscott Middle Swampscott 2.1 mi 6.4
New Liberty Innovation School Salem 2.4 mi 6.1
Salem Prep High School Salem 2.5 mi
Collins Middle Salem 2.4 mi 5.1
Horace Mann Laboratory Salem 2.3 mi 3.4
Salem High Salem 2.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01945 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$164,325

Median Home Value

$904,700

Median Rent

$1,769/mo

Population

20,390

College Educated

76.8%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

49.2

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School Rating
Canton High Canton, MA 7.3
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Pittsfield High Pittsfield, MA 7.3
Salem High Salem, MA 7.3
Tantasqua Regional Sr High Fiskdale, MA 7.3
Dartmouth High Dartmouth, MA 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marblehead High

What grades does Marblehead High serve?

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

How many students attend Marblehead High?

Marblehead High has an enrollment of approximately 874 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marblehead High?

The student-teacher ratio at Marblehead High is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marblehead High rank in MA?

Marblehead High ranks #534 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Marblehead High's MySchoolScout rating?

Marblehead High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Marblehead High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marblehead High has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marblehead High a charter school?

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

Is Marblehead High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
874
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
84
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.8%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

Marblehead
District Enrollment
2,617
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,342
District Rank
#4 of 5

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