Very Good
#603 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 34% in state
Nantucket High
High School · Nantucket
10 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#603 of 1,793
In Nantucket
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Nantucket
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Nantucket High
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About Nantucket High
Nantucket High is a public high school in Nantucket, MA, part of Nantucket. Nantucket High serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Nantucket High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #603 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Nantucket High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Nantucket High — Students at Nantucket High score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
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: 7.9/10.
How Nantucket High Compares
See how Nantucket 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
10 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nantucket High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sturgis Charter Public School (rated 7.9/10, 27.9 miles away, in nearby Hyannis), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Monomoy Regional High School (rated 7.0/10, 28.8 miles away, in nearby Harwich), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High (rated 5.7/10, 28.3 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), a more accessible option. For more schools in Nantucket, see our Nantucket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02554 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,524
Median Home Value
$1,386,100
Median Rent
$2,081/mo
Population
14,033
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
76.1%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
40.7
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| Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School Devens, MA | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nantucket High
What grades does Nantucket High serve?
Nantucket High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Nantucket High?
Nantucket High has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nantucket High?
The student-teacher ratio at Nantucket High is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nantucket High rank in MA?
Nantucket High ranks #603 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Nantucket High's MySchoolScout rating?
Nantucket High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Nantucket High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nantucket High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Nantucket High a charter school?
No, Nantucket High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nantucket High a Title I school?
No, Nantucket High is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 593
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Nantucket County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (508) 228-7280
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
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District
Nantucket- District Enrollment
- 1,683
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,322
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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