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#782 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 44% in state
Northbridge High
High School · Northbridge
427 Linwood Avenue, Whitinsville, MA 01588
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#782 of 1,793
In Whitinsville
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Northbridge
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Northbridge High
Northbridge High is a public high school in Whitinsville, MA, part of Northbridge. Northbridge High serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Northbridge High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #782 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Northbridge High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Northbridge 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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Northbridge High — Students at Northbridge High score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
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: 7.8/10.
How Northbridge High Compares
See how Northbridge 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
427 Linwood Avenue, Whitinsville, MA 01588
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northbridge High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Blackstone Valley (rated 7.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Upton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Uxbridge High (rated 6.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Uxbridge), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Nipmuc Regional High (rated 6.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Upton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Whitinsville, see our Whitinsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whitinsville | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Northbridge Middle Whitinsville | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Whitin Intermediate Uxbridge | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Taft Early Learning Center Uxbridge | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Northbridge Elementary School Whitinsville | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY REGIONAL SCHOOL Uxbridge | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Douglas High School Douglas | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Uxbridge High Uxbridge | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Gateway to College Uxbridge | 4.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Nipmuc Regional High Upton | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Douglas Middle School Douglas | 3.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Douglas Elementary School Douglas | 3.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Blackstone Valley Upton | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Douglas Primary School Douglas | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Memorial School Upton | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Grafton | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Miscoe Hill School Mendon | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| South Grafton Elementary South Grafton | 5.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Henry P Clough Mendon | 4.8 mi | 6.8 |
| SILVER SPRUCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grafton | 6.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01588 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,735
Median Home Value
$413,600
Median Rent
$1,263/mo
Population
10,357
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
60.1%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Amesbury High Amesbury, MA | 6.6 |
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley, MA | 6.6 |
| Frontier Regional South Deerfield, MA | 6.6 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham, MA | 6.6 |
| Joseph Case High Swansea, MA | 6.6 |
| Tyngsborough High School Tyngsborough, MA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northbridge High
What grades does Northbridge High serve?
Northbridge High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Northbridge High?
Northbridge High has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northbridge High?
The student-teacher ratio at Northbridge High is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northbridge High rank in MA?
Northbridge High ranks #782 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Northbridge High's MySchoolScout rating?
Northbridge High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Northbridge High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northbridge High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Northbridge High a charter school?
No, Northbridge High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northbridge High a Title I school?
No, Northbridge 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
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (508) 234-6221
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Northbridge- District Enrollment
- 1,865
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,284
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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