Below Average
#1428 of 1,793 schools in MA
Methuen High
High School · Methuen
1 Ranger Rd, Methuen, MA 01844
Enrollment
1,898
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,898
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,428 of 1,793
In Methuen
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Methuen
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Methuen High
High School in Methuen · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Methuen High
Methuen High is a public high school in Methuen, MA, part of Methuen. Methuen High serves approximately 1,898 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Methuen High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,428 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Methuen High show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Methuen 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
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Methuen High — Students at Methuen High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.9/10.
How Methuen High Compares
See how Methuen High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1 Ranger Rd, Methuen, MA 01844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Methuen High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), which scores notably higher. Another option is NOTRE DAME CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RISE Academy (rated 4.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Methuen, see our Methuen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Donald P Timony Grammar Methuen | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Tenney Grammar School Methuen | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| NOTRE DAME CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Methuen | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Methuen | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| John K Tarbox Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Comprehensive Grammar School Methuen | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Lawlor Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| RISE Academy Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE Methuen | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Rollins Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence Lawrence | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,292
Median Home Value
$471,900
Median Rent
$1,610/mo
Population
53,015
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Billerica Memorial High School Billerica, MA | 4.7 |
| East Boston High School East Boston, MA | 4.7 |
| Everett High Everett, MA | 4.8 |
| Milford High Milford, MA | 4.8 |
| Framingham High School Framingham, MA | 4.6 |
| Bridgewater-Raynham Regional Bridgewater, MA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Methuen High
What grades does Methuen High serve?
Methuen High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Methuen High?
Methuen High has an enrollment of approximately 1,898 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Methuen High?
The student-teacher ratio at Methuen High is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Methuen High rank in MA?
Methuen High ranks #1,428 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Methuen High's MySchoolScout rating?
Methuen High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Methuen High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Methuen High has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Methuen High a charter school?
No, Methuen High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Methuen High a Title I school?
No, Methuen High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,898
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 149
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (978) 722-6040
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
Methuen- District Enrollment
- 6,532
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,342
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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