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Norton High

High School · Norton

66 West Main Street, Norton, MA 02766

Enrollment

685

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,153 of 1,793

In Norton

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Norton

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Norton High

5.6/10

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

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5.4/10

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4.9/10

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About Norton High

Norton High is a public high school in Norton, MA, part of Norton. Norton High serves approximately 685 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Norton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,153 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Norton High show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg0 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation21.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,731
Chronic Absenteeism19.9%

Norton High — Students at Norton High score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 79.0% (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
97.5%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
67.5%
ELA
66.5%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
52.5%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
67.5%
2023
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2025
Math
34%
ELA
52%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Norton High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in MA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.0/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
21.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·31 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

66 West Main Street, Norton, MA 02766

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Norton High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mansfield High (rated 7.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AMEGO (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Attleboro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norton, see our Norton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Henri A. Yelle Norton 0.2 mi 5.4
Norton Middle Norton 0.9 mi 4.9
L G Nourse Elementary Norton 1.6 mi 6.7
J C Solmonese Norton 1.7 mi 5.2
THE PINECROFT SCHOOL Rehoboth 4.1 mi 4.8
Jordan/Jackson Elementary Mansfield 4.6 mi 7.1
Everett W Robinson Mansfield 4.7 mi 7.5
Harold L Qualters Middle Mansfield 4.8 mi 8.8
Mansfield High Mansfield 4.8 mi 7.8
Roland Green School Mansfield 4.7 mi 4.8
Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton 4.1 mi 4.9
Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton 4.3 mi 4.8
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mansfield 5.2 mi 3.9
HANDS-ON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield 5.0 mi 5.8
AMEGO Attleboro 4.0 mi 7.3
Edmund Hatch Bennett Taunton 5.0 mi 5.3
GRACE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Attleboro 4.8 mi 5.5
Hyman Fine Elementary School Attleboro 4.9 mi 3.1
Peter Thacher Elementary School Attleboro 4.8 mi 3.7
Early Learning Center Attleboro 4.8 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,404

Median Home Value

$476,900

Median Rent

$1,986/mo

Population

19,155

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School North Dighton, MA 5.6
Fairhaven High Fairhaven, MA 5.6
ST PAUL DIOCESAN JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Worcester, MA 5.6
Smith Vocational and Agricultural High Northampton, MA 5.6
Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster, MA 5.5
Oakmont Regional High School Ashburnham, MA 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Norton High

What grades does Norton High serve?

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

How many students attend Norton High?

Norton High has an enrollment of approximately 685 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Norton High?

The student-teacher ratio at Norton High is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Norton High rank in MA?

Norton High ranks #1,153 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Norton High's MySchoolScout rating?

Norton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Norton High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Norton High has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Norton High a charter school?

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

Is Norton High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
685
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.9%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Norton
District Enrollment
2,406
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,731
District Rank
#2 of 5

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