Below Average
#1610 of 1,793 schools in MA
Peabody Veterans Memorial High
High School · Peabody
485 Lowell Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Enrollment
1,420
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,420
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,610 of 1,793
In Peabody
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#8 of 11
Peabody
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About Peabody Veterans Memorial High
Peabody Veterans Memorial High is a public high school in Peabody, MA, part of Peabody. Peabody Veterans Memorial High serves approximately 1,420 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Peabody Veterans Memorial High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,610 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Peabody Veterans Memorial High show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Peabody Veterans Memorial 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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Peabody Veterans Memorial High — Students at Peabody Veterans Memorial High score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
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: 1.8/10.
How Peabody Veterans Memorial High Compares
See how Peabody Veterans Memorial 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
485 Lowell Street, Peabody, MA 01960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peabody Veterans Memorial High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School (rated 7.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Hathorne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peabody, see our Peabody schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Danvers | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peabody | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| John E. McCarthy Peabody | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| PLUMFIELD ACADEMY INC Danvers | 2.2 mi | — |
| Center Peabody | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ST MARY OF THE ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Danvers | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Great Oak Danvers | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| South Memorial Peabody | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| West Memorial Peabody | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Capt William G Shoemaker Lynn | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| LITTLE THEATRE SCHOOL NURSERY AND KINDERGARTEN Lynn | 2.9 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCH Lynnfield | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Captain Samuel Brown Peabody | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Hathorne | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Ivan G Smith Danvers | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| LITTLE HANDS CHILDRENS CENTER Danvers | 2.7 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Lynn Woods Lynn | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 2.6 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,173
Median Home Value
$566,700
Median Rent
$1,902/mo
Population
53,961
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
46.4
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| Classical High Lynn, MA | 4.2 |
| BISHOP FEEHAN Attleboro, MA | 4.4 |
| Barnstable High Hyannis, MA | 4.4 |
| Malden High Malden, MA | 4.4 |
| North High Worcester, MA | 4.4 |
| TechBoston Academy Dorchester, MA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peabody Veterans Memorial High
What grades does Peabody Veterans Memorial High serve?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Peabody Veterans Memorial High?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High has an enrollment of approximately 1,420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peabody Veterans Memorial High?
The student-teacher ratio at Peabody Veterans Memorial High is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peabody Veterans Memorial High rank in MA?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High ranks #1,610 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Peabody Veterans Memorial High's MySchoolScout rating?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Peabody Veterans Memorial High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peabody Veterans Memorial High has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Peabody Veterans Memorial High a charter school?
No, Peabody Veterans Memorial High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peabody Veterans Memorial High a Title I school?
No, Peabody Veterans Memorial 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
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 128
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (978) 536-4500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Peabody- District Enrollment
- 5,832
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #8 of 11
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