Excellent
#163 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 9% in state
North Reading High
High School · North Reading
189 Park Street, North Reading, MA 01864
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#163 of 1,793
In North Reading
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
North Reading
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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North Reading High
High School in North Reading · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Reading High
North Reading High is a public high school in North Reading, MA, part of North Reading. North Reading High serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Reading High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for North Reading High show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, North Reading High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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North Reading High — Students at North Reading High score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
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: 8.9/10.
How North Reading High Compares
See how North Reading 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
189 Park Street, North Reading, MA 01864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Reading High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lynnfield High (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Lynnfield), with a very similar rating. Another option is Reading Memorial High (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Reading), with a comparable rating. Additionally, AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Reading), a more accessible option. For more schools in North Reading, see our North Reading schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Reading Middle North Reading | 0.1 mi | 9.2 |
| L D Batchelder North Reading | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| J Turner Hood North Reading | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| J Warren Killam Reading | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| E Ethel Little School North Reading | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Wood End Elementary School Reading | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Birch Meadow Reading | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Reading Memorial High Reading | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| RISE PreSchool Reading | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ANDOVER SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI Andover | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Dolbeare Wakefield | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| John E Burke Peabody | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Summer Street Lynnfield | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Lynnfield Preschool Lynnfield | 3.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Walter S Parker Middle Reading | 4.1 mi | 8.1 |
| AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Reading | 3.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Lynnfield High Lynnfield | 3.7 mi | 8.7 |
| READING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reading | 4.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,820
Median Home Value
$680,000
Median Rent
$2,253/mo
Population
15,634
College Educated
55.5%
Homeownership
83.8%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton, MA | 8.7 |
| Lynnfield High Lynnfield, MA | 8.7 |
| Medfield Senior High Medfield, MA | 8.7 |
| Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury, MA | 8.7 |
| Ipswich High Ipswich, MA | 8.8 |
| Norwell High Norwell, MA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Reading High
What grades does North Reading High serve?
North Reading High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend North Reading High?
North Reading High has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Reading High?
The student-teacher ratio at North Reading High is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Reading High rank in MA?
North Reading High ranks #163 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is North Reading High's MySchoolScout rating?
North Reading High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 North Reading High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Reading High has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is North Reading High a charter school?
No, North Reading High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Reading High a Title I school?
No, North Reading 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
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (978) 664-7800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
North Reading- District Enrollment
- 2,317
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,546
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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