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#310 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 17% in state

Maynard High

High School · Maynard

1 Tiger Drive, Maynard, MA 01754

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#310 of 1,793

In Maynard

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Maynard

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.1/10

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

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About Maynard High

Maynard High is a public high school in Maynard, MA, part of Maynard. Maynard High serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Maynard High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #310 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Maynard High show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Maynard 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 Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation30.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,495
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Maynard High — Students at Maynard High score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.6% (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
67%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
66%
2023
Math
50%
ELA
59%
2024
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2025
Math
51%
ELA
58%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Maynard High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
83th percentile in MA
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
14
8 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
30.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics14sports offered
8 boys'·6 girls'·24 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

1 Tiger Drive, Maynard, MA 01754

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maynard High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Sudbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Acton-Boxborough Regional High (rated 8.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Acton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WILLOW HILL SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sudbury), a more accessible option. For more schools in Maynard, see our Maynard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Fowler School Maynard 0.2 mi 7.4
Green Meadow Maynard 0.3 mi 6.5
THE IMAGO SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Maynard 0.6 mi 5.7
Josiah Haynes Sudbury 2.0 mi 7.8
Ephraim Curtis Middle Sudbury 3.0 mi 9.2
WILLOW HILL SCHOOL Sudbury 2.3 mi 6.2
McCarthy-Towne School Acton 3.9 mi 7.8
Merriam School Acton 3.9 mi 6.5
Raymond J Grey Junior High Acton 3.9 mi 8.9
Luther Conant School Acton 3.8 mi 8.1
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Sudbury 3.1 mi 8.6
General John Nixon Elementary Sudbury 3.3 mi 8.4
Center School Stow 3.1 mi 5.6
Hale Stow 3.1 mi 8.0
Peter Noyes Sudbury 3.5 mi 8.8
Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton 4.1 mi 8.2
CORWIN-RUSSELL SCHOOL AT BROCCOLI HALL Sudbury 3.1 mi 6.5
Concord Middle Concord 3.2 mi 9.4
MEADOWBROOK CHILD GARDEN Marlborough 3.8 mi
C.T. Douglas Elementary School Acton 4.2 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,549

Median Home Value

$494,200

Median Rent

$1,678/mo

Population

10,663

College Educated

64.2%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

43.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
THE NEWMAN SCHOOL Boston, MA 8.1
ST MARK'S SCHOOL Southborough, MA 8.2
Bromfield Harvard, MA 8.3
ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brighton, MA 7.8
NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton, MA 7.7
Rockport High Rockport, MA 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maynard High

What grades does Maynard High serve?

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

How many students attend Maynard High?

Maynard High has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maynard High?

The student-teacher ratio at Maynard High is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maynard High rank in MA?

Maynard High ranks #310 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Maynard High's MySchoolScout rating?

Maynard High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Maynard High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maynard High has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Maynard High a charter school?

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

Is Maynard High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Maynard
District Enrollment
1,201
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,495
District Rank
#1 of 3

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