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#576 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 32% in state

Newburyport High

High School · Newburyport

241 High Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

Enrollment

785

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#576 of 1,793

In Newburyport

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Newburyport

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Newburyport High

7.2/10

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

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About Newburyport High

Newburyport High is a public high school in Newburyport, MA, part of Newburyport. Newburyport High serves approximately 785 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Newburyport High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #576 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Newburyport High show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18 pts
Overall Proficiency63% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation26.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,931
Chronic Absenteeism12.5%

Newburyport High — Students at Newburyport High score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 86.7% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
83%
2019
Math
82.5%
ELA
83.5%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
76.5%
ELA
86.5%
2022
Math
66.5%
ELA
72%
2023
Math
71%
ELA
72%
2024
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2025
Math
56%
ELA
70%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Newburyport High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in MA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
26.1% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 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

241 High Street, Newburyport, MA 01950

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Newburyport High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Amesbury High (rated 6.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Amesbury), with a comparable rating. Another option is Amesbury Innovation High School (rated 6.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Amesbury), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Triton Regional High School (rated 6.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Byfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Newburyport, see our Newburyport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport 0.3 mi 8.5
Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport 0.3 mi 7.9
River Valley Charter School Newburyport 0.4 mi 7.6
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport 0.7 mi 4.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport 0.7 mi 5.6
NEWBURYPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newburyport 0.8 mi
Newbury Elementary Newbury 1.7 mi 9.1
SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury 2.8 mi 6.6
Salisbury Elementary Salisbury 3.1 mi 5.9
Amesbury Middle Amesbury 3.3 mi 5.5
Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury 3.9 mi 6.5
AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury 3.9 mi
Amesbury High Amesbury 3.9 mi 6.6
SOLSTICE SCHOOL Rowley 5.2 mi
Dr John C Page School West Newbury 3.8 mi 9.0
Triton Regional Middle School Byfield 5.0 mi 7.6
Triton Regional High School Byfield 5.0 mi 6.5
Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury 4.4 mi 6.6
Shay Elementary Amesbury 4.5 mi 6.4
THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury 4.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,259

Median Home Value

$792,400

Median Rent

$1,511/mo

Population

18,444

College Educated

65.9%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

47.3

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Dartmouth High Dartmouth, MA 7.2
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Canton High Canton, MA 7.3
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham, MA 7.3
Marblehead High Marblehead, MA 7.3
Pittsfield High Pittsfield, MA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Newburyport High

What grades does Newburyport High serve?

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

How many students attend Newburyport High?

Newburyport High has an enrollment of approximately 785 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newburyport High?

The student-teacher ratio at Newburyport High is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Newburyport High rank in MA?

Newburyport High ranks #576 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Newburyport High's MySchoolScout rating?

Newburyport High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Newburyport High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Newburyport High has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Newburyport High a charter school?

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

Is Newburyport High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
785
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.5%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

Newburyport
District Enrollment
2,162
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,931
District Rank
#3 of 4

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