Below Average
#1550 of 1,793 schools in MA
North High
High School · Worcester
140 Harrington Way, Worcester, MA 01604
Enrollment
1,420
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,420
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,550 of 1,793
In Worcester
#41 of 48
public schools
In district
#38 of 45
Worcester
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About North High
North High is a public high school in Worcester, MA, part of Worcester. North High serves approximately 1,420 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,550 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for North High show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at North High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
49% of students at North 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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North High — Students at North High score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
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: 7.0/10.
How North High Compares
See how North 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
140 Harrington Way, Worcester, MA 01604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ma Academy for Math and Science School (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WORCESTER ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Worcester Technical High (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lake View Worcester | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Rice Square Worcester | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Worcester East Middle Worcester | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Worcester Technical High Worcester | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Roosevelt Worcester | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Grafton Street Worcester | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Belmont Street Community Worcester | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| City View Worcester | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| WORCESTER ACADEMY Worcester | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Parker Road Preschool Shrewsbury | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Union Hill School Worcester | 1.4 mi | 2.4 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| SHREWSBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER Shrewsbury | 1.8 mi | — |
| Vernon Hill School Worcester | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Learning First Charter Public School Worcester | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Lincoln Street Worcester | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,911
Median Home Value
$321,900
Median Rent
$1,570/mo
Population
39,988
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
43.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BISHOP FEEHAN Attleboro, MA | 4.4 |
| Barnstable High Hyannis, MA | 4.4 |
| Malden High Malden, MA | 4.4 |
| TechBoston Academy Dorchester, MA | 4.5 |
| Westport Middle-High School Westport, MA | 4.6 |
| Classical High Lynn, MA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North High
What grades does North High serve?
North High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend North High?
North High has an enrollment of approximately 1,420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North High?
The student-teacher ratio at North High is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North High rank in MA?
North High ranks #1,550 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is North High's MySchoolScout rating?
North High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 North High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North High has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North High a charter school?
No, North High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North High a Title I school?
No, North 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
- 1,420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 99
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (508) 799-3370
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Worcester- District Enrollment
- 24,350
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,553
- District Rank
- #38 of 45
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