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#274 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 15% in state

Reading Memorial High

High School · Reading

62 Oakland Road, Reading, MA 01867

Enrollment

1,097

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#274 of 1,793

In Reading

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Reading

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Reading Memorial High

8.2/10

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

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About Reading Memorial High

Reading Memorial High is a public high school in Reading, MA, part of Reading. Reading Memorial High serves approximately 1,097 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Reading Memorial High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Reading Memorial High show 81% 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 Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+17.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness8.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation26.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,138
Chronic Absenteeism7.7%

Reading Memorial High — Students at Reading Memorial High score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 85.8% (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
89%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
88%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
73%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
85%
2022
Math
70%
ELA
79%
2023
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
69%
ELA
75%
2025
Math
63%
ELA
68%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Reading Memorial High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
85th percentile in MA
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
25
13 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
85 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
26.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
13 boys'·12 girls'·53 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

62 Oakland Road, Reading, MA 01867

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Reading Memorial High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Reading High (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby North Reading), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Reading, see our Reading schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
RISE PreSchool Reading 0.0 mi 5.2
Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading 0.3 mi 8.2
Birch Meadow Reading 0.3 mi 7.8
Walter S Parker Middle Reading 0.9 mi 8.1
AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Reading 0.9 mi 3.7
READING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reading 1.0 mi
Wood End Elementary School Reading 1.3 mi 8.5
J Warren Killam Reading 1.0 mi 8.6
Alice M Barrows Reading 1.2 mi 8.3
Joshua Eaton Reading 1.4 mi 8.6
Walton Wakefield 2.2 mi 8.2
E Ethel Little School North Reading 2.5 mi 9.1
Robin Hood Stoneham 2.9 mi 5.2
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield 2.8 mi 4.7
Dolbeare Wakefield 2.5 mi 7.5
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield 3.2 mi 5.0
North Reading High North Reading 3.2 mi 8.7
L D Batchelder North Reading 3.2 mi 8.6
North Reading Middle North Reading 3.3 mi 9.2
Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham 3.5 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01867 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$163,407

Median Home Value

$741,100

Median Rent

$1,722/mo

Population

25,474

College Educated

65%

Homeownership

83%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

44.1

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Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica, MA 8.2
Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill, MA 8.2
Boston Collegiate Charter School Dorchester, MA 8.1
Holliston High Holliston, MA 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Reading Memorial High

What grades does Reading Memorial High serve?

Reading Memorial High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Reading Memorial High?

Reading Memorial High has an enrollment of approximately 1,097 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Reading Memorial High?

The student-teacher ratio at Reading Memorial 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 Reading Memorial High rank in MA?

Reading Memorial High ranks #274 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Reading Memorial High's MySchoolScout rating?

Reading Memorial 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 Reading Memorial High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Reading Memorial High has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Reading Memorial High a charter school?

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

Is Reading Memorial High a Title I school?

No, Reading Memorial High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,097
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
85
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.7%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Reading
District Enrollment
3,850
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,138
District Rank
#6 of 9

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