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#543 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 30% in state

Pittsfield High

High School · Pittsfield

300 East Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201

Enrollment

724

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#543 of 1,793

In Pittsfield

#4 of 13

public schools

In district

#4 of 13

Pittsfield

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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7.3/10

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About Pittsfield High

Pittsfield High is a public high school in Pittsfield, MA, part of Pittsfield. Pittsfield High serves approximately 724 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pittsfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #543 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Pittsfield High show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+17.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness7.1Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation29.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,189
Chronic Absenteeism27.5%

Pittsfield High — Students at Pittsfield High score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.7% (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
65%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
42.5%
ELA
57.5%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
31.5%
ELA
56.5%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
51.5%
2023
Math
26%
ELA
49%
2024
Math
29%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
38%
ELA
50%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Pittsfield High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in MA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
29.4% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·26 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

300 East Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pittsfield High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lenox Memorial High (rated 7.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Lenox), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Taconic High (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Eagle Education Academy (rated 5.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsfield, see our Pittsfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Eagle Education Academy Pittsfield 0.4 mi 5.0
Morningside Community School Pittsfield 0.7 mi 4.1
Theodore Herberg Middle Pittsfield 1.0 mi 6.9
John T Reid Middle Pittsfield 1.4 mi 3.4
Egremont Pittsfield 1.2 mi 8.0
Silvio O Conte Community Pittsfield 1.2 mi 3.4
Crosby Pittsfield 1.3 mi 6.4
Crosby Educational Academy Pittsfield 1.3 mi
Taconic High Pittsfield 1.5 mi 5.8
Allendale Pittsfield 1.6 mi 6.9
Robert T. Capeless Elementary School Pittsfield 2.4 mi 6.3
Williams Pittsfield 2.2 mi 8.3
Stearns Pittsfield 2.7 mi 7.8
HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Lenox 4.1 mi 6.5
HIGH POINT SCHOOL Lenox 4.1 mi 7.3
Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough 4.7 mi 8.0
Craneville Dalton 4.1 mi 7.2
ST AGNES ACADEMY Dalton 4.5 mi 5.9
Lenox Memorial High Lenox 6.6 mi 7.7
Morris Lenox 6.8 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,879

Median Home Value

$236,500

Median Rent

$1,098/mo

Population

45,072

College Educated

34.1%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

43.3

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Canton High Canton, MA 7.3
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham, MA 7.3
Marblehead High Marblehead, MA 7.3
Salem High Salem, MA 7.3
Tantasqua Regional Sr High Fiskdale, MA 7.3
BELMONT HILL SCHOOL Belmont, MA 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pittsfield High

What grades does Pittsfield High serve?

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

How many students attend Pittsfield High?

Pittsfield High has an enrollment of approximately 724 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pittsfield High?

The student-teacher ratio at Pittsfield High is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pittsfield High rank in MA?

Pittsfield High ranks #543 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Pittsfield High's MySchoolScout rating?

Pittsfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Pittsfield High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pittsfield High has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pittsfield High a charter school?

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

Is Pittsfield High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.5%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

Pittsfield
District Enrollment
4,876
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,189
District Rank
#4 of 13

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