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#272 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 15% in state

Pentucket Regional SR High

High School · Pentucket

24 Main Street, West Newbury, MA 01985

Enrollment

574

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#272 of 1,793

In West Newbury

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Pentucket

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Pentucket Regional SR High

8.2/10

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

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About Pentucket Regional SR High

Pentucket Regional SR High is a public high school in West Newbury, MA, part of Pentucket. Pentucket Regional SR High serves approximately 574 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pentucket Regional SR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #272 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Pentucket Regional SR High show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+14.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College Readiness9.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation31.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,716
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Pentucket Regional SR High — Students at Pentucket Regional SR High score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 73.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 85.6% (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
87%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
63.5%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
82.5%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
72.5%
2023
Math
61%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
62%
ELA
76%
2025
Math
60%
ELA
74%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Pentucket Regional SR High Compares

See how Pentucket Regional SR High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
85th percentile in MA
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.9/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
28
14 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
31.4% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
14 boys'·14 girls'·50 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

24 Main Street, West Newbury, MA 01985

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pentucket Regional SR High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Whittier Regional Vocational (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), with a very similar rating. Another option is Gateway Academy (rated 5.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), a more accessible option. Additionally, Georgetown High School (rated 5.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Newbury, see our West Newbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury 0.0 mi 6.9
Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill 1.9 mi 8.2
Elmer S Bagnall Groveland 2.8 mi 8.1
MERRIMAC HEIGHTS ACADEMY Merrimac 2.9 mi
Golden Hill Haverhill 2.3 mi 7.3
Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac 3.1 mi 7.9
Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill 2.4 mi 4.6
THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury 3.2 mi
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac 4.0 mi 6.5
Dr John C Page School West Newbury 3.2 mi 9.0
Bradford Elementary Bradford 3.4 mi 4.0
Perley Elementary Georgetown 4.2 mi 3.2
Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill 3.2 mi 3.1
SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford 3.3 mi 4.2
John G Whittier Haverhill 3.4 mi 5.0
Georgetown High School Georgetown 4.3 mi 5.7
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown 4.3 mi 3.9
Greenleaf Academy Bradford 3.4 mi 4.1
Walnut Square Haverhill 3.6 mi 6.3
Gateway Academy Haverhill 3.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01985 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$189,048

Median Home Value

$765,800

Median Rent

$1,809/mo

Population

4,536

College Educated

66.6%

Homeownership

95.3%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

50.9

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ST MARK'S SCHOOL Southborough, MA 8.2
Tahanto Regional High Boylston, MA 8.2
Boston Collegiate Charter School Dorchester, MA 8.1
Holliston High Holliston, MA 8.1
Norfolk County Agricultural Walpole, MA 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pentucket Regional SR High

What grades does Pentucket Regional SR High serve?

Pentucket Regional SR High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Pentucket Regional SR High?

Pentucket Regional SR High has an enrollment of approximately 574 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pentucket Regional SR High?

The student-teacher ratio at Pentucket Regional SR High is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pentucket Regional SR High rank in MA?

Pentucket Regional SR High ranks #272 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Pentucket Regional SR High's MySchoolScout rating?

Pentucket Regional SR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Pentucket Regional SR High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pentucket Regional SR High has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pentucket Regional SR High a charter school?

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

Is Pentucket Regional SR High a Title I school?

No, Pentucket Regional SR High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
574
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Pentucket
District Enrollment
2,225
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,716
District Rank
#2 of 6

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