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Plymouth North High

High School · Plymouth

41 Obery Street, Plymouth, MA 02360

Enrollment

1,247

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,154 of 1,793

In Plymouth

#13 of 15

public schools

In district

#12 of 13

Plymouth

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Plymouth North High

5.6/10

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

Nathaniel Morton Elementary

8.3/10

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3.4/10

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About Plymouth North High

Plymouth North High is a public high school in Plymouth, MA, part of Plymouth. Plymouth North High serves approximately 1,247 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Plymouth North High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,154 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Plymouth North High show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-9.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation15.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,402
Chronic Absenteeism27.3%

Plymouth North High — Students at Plymouth North High score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 77.0% (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
76%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
96%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
93%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
70.5%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
68%
2023
Math
46%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2025
Math
36%
ELA
49%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Plymouth North High Compares

See how Plymouth North 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
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
29
12 boys' · 17 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
109 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
15.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
12 boys'·17 girls'·48 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

41 Obery Street, Plymouth, MA 02360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Plymouth North High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Duxbury High (rated 9.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Duxbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rising Tide Charter Public School (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Plymouth South High (rated 5.7/10, 4.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Nathaniel Morton Elementary Plymouth 0.8 mi 8.3
Plymouth Early Childhood Center Plymouth 1.5 mi 3.4
Plymouth Commun Intermediate Plymouth 1.5 mi 6.6
Cold Spring Plymouth 1.8 mi 7.0
Hedge Plymouth 2.8 mi 5.9
Rising Tide Charter Public School Plymouth 2.5 mi 8.4
Map Academy Charter School Plymouth 3.1 mi 4.3
Plymouth South Middle Plymouth 4.4 mi 6.2
West Elementary Plymouth 3.6 mi 9.0
Plymouth South High Plymouth 4.6 mi 5.7
WOODSIDE SCHOOL & COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Plymouth 4.3 mi
Federal Furnace School Plymouth 4.7 mi 8.3
Kingston Elementary Kingston 4.5 mi 3.9
Kingston Intermediate Kingston 4.5 mi 5.5
BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury 5.6 mi 6.0
Manomet Elementary Plymouth 5.2 mi 7.5
Duxbury Middle Duxbury 7.1 mi 8.1
Alden School Duxbury 7.2 mi 8.0
Duxbury High Duxbury 7.2 mi 9.1
THE COVE SCHOOL Plymouth 7.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,975

Median Home Value

$494,700

Median Rent

$1,831/mo

Population

62,405

College Educated

45.2%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

47.3

Similar Schools

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Fitchburg High Fitchburg, MA 5.6
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Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster, MA 5.5
Quincy High Quincy, MA 5.5
Auburn Senior High Auburn, MA 5.7
Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee, MA 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Plymouth North High

What grades does Plymouth North High serve?

Plymouth North High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Plymouth North High?

Plymouth North High has an enrollment of approximately 1,247 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Plymouth North High?

The student-teacher ratio at Plymouth North High is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Plymouth North High rank in MA?

Plymouth North High ranks #1,154 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Plymouth North High's MySchoolScout rating?

Plymouth North 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 Plymouth North High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Plymouth North High has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Plymouth North High a charter school?

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

Is Plymouth North High a Title I school?

No, Plymouth North High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,247
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
109
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.3%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Plymouth
District Enrollment
7,055
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,402
District Rank
#12 of 13

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