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#745 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 42% in state

Mt Everett Regional

High School · Southern Berkshire

P O Box 219 491 Berkshire School Road, Sheffield, MA 01257

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#745 of 1,793

In Sheffield

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Southern Berkshire

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Mt Everett Regional

6.7/10

High School in Sheffield · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mt Everett Regional

Mt Everett Regional is a public high school in Sheffield, MA, part of Southern Berkshire. Mt Everett Regional serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Everett Regional has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #745 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Mt Everett Regional show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Mt Everett Regional sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mt Everett Regional sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

32% of students at Mt Everett Regional 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.6% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-1.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
AP Participation10.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,581
Chronic Absenteeism31.7%

Mt Everett Regional — Students at Mt Everett Regional score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 108 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
56%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
45.8%
ELA
59.3%
2019
Math
38.4%
ELA
60.6%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
16.5%
ELA
44.5%
2022
Math
23.5%
ELA
42%
2023
Math
31%
ELA
36.2%
2024
Math
38.4%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
40.2%
ELA
46.6%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Mt Everett Regional Compares

See how Mt Everett Regional performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in MA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.9
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
10.3% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·32 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

P O Box 219 491 Berkshire School Road, Sheffield, MA 01257

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt Everett Regional may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SALISBURY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Salisbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BERKSHIRE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Lakeville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sheffield, see our Sheffield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Undermountain Sheffield 0.0 mi 8.0
BERKSHIRE SCHOOL Sheffield 2.2 mi 7.2
South Egremont Sheffield 4.3 mi
North Canaan Elementary School North Canaan 5.5 mi 7.3
BERKSHIRE WALDORF SCHOOL Great Barrington 6.0 mi 5.2
BARD ACADEMY AT SIMONS ROCK Great Barrington 7.1 mi 6.6
New Marlborough Central Sheffield 5.5 mi 8.2
SALISBURY SCHOOL Salisbury 7.5 mi 7.3
BERKSHIRE MEADOWS Housatonic 8.6 mi
W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School Great Barrington 9.9 mi 7.6
Muddy Brook Regional Elementary School Great Barrington 10.0 mi 8.1
Salisbury Central School Lakeville 9.9 mi 8.5
Monument Mt Regional High Great Barrington 10.2 mi 6.1
Lee H. Kellogg School Falls Village 10.4 mi 7.9
Housatonic Valley Regional High School Falls Village 11.7 mi 5.4
THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL Lakeville 11.6 mi 7.2
BERKSHIRE WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL Stockbridge 12.8 mi 5.8
INDIAN MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Lakeville 12.7 mi 6.6
Botelle Elementary School Norfolk 12.6 mi 5.4
Cornwall Consolidated School West Cornwall 15.9 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,227

Median Home Value

$432,100

Median Rent

$1,161/mo

Population

2,331

College Educated

40.5%

Homeownership

71.9%

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

55

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ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Boston, MA 6.7
FALMOUTH ACADEMY Falmouth, MA 6.6
GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham, MA 6.6
LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington, MA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt Everett Regional

What grades does Mt Everett Regional serve?

Mt Everett Regional serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Mt Everett Regional?

Mt Everett Regional has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Everett Regional?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt Everett Regional is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt Everett Regional rank in MA?

Mt Everett Regional ranks #745 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Mt Everett Regional's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt Everett Regional has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Mt Everett Regional?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Everett Regional has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mt Everett Regional a charter school?

No, Mt Everett Regional is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mt Everett Regional a Title I school?

No, Mt Everett Regional is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
281
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.7%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

Southern Berkshire
District Enrollment
614
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$34,581
District Rank
#3 of 3

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