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#226 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 13% in state

Scituate High School

High School · Scituate

606 C J Cushing Hwy, Scituate, MA 02066

Enrollment

749

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#226 of 1,793

In Scituate

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Scituate

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Scituate High School

8.4/10

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

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8.2/10

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About Scituate High School

Scituate High School is a public high school in Scituate, MA, part of Scituate. Scituate High School serves approximately 749 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Scituate High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Scituate High School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21 pts
Overall Proficiency70% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College Readiness9.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation39.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,254
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Scituate High School — Students at Scituate High School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 80.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 87.0% (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
87%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
74.5%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
66.5%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
81.5%
2023
Math
69%
ELA
74%
2024
Math
65%
ELA
79%
2025
Math
66%
ELA
73%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Scituate High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
88th percentile in MA
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
6.9/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
18
8 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
39.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
8 boys'·10 girls'·46 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

606 C J Cushing Hwy, Scituate, MA 02066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scituate High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Cohasset High School (rated 9.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Cohasset), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norwell High (rated 8.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Norwell), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Marshfield High (rated 6.9/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Marshfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Scituate, see our Scituate schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Gates Middle School Scituate 0.1 mi 8.2
Cushing Elementary Scituate 0.3 mi 6.3
Hatherly Elementary Scituate 1.2 mi 6.3
INLY SCHOOL Scituate 2.0 mi 6.9
Wampatuck Elementary Scituate 1.6 mi 4.8
William G Vinal Norwell 2.2 mi 8.7
Jenkins Elementary School Scituate 2.1 mi 7.5
Cohasset High School Cohasset 3.0 mi 9.5
Cohasset Middle School Cohasset 3.0 mi 9.7
Joseph Osgood Cohasset 3.4 mi 7.6
Deer Hill Cohasset 3.5 mi 8.8
Norwell Middle School Norwell 4.0 mi 8.1
Eames Way School Marshfield 5.1 mi 7.2
Norwell High Norwell 4.7 mi 8.8
Martinson Elementary Marshfield 6.3 mi 4.8
Marshfield High Marshfield 6.5 mi 6.9
CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover 6.3 mi 6.9
Furnace Brook Middle Marshfield 6.7 mi 6.2
North Pembroke Elementary Pembroke 7.1 mi 6.6
East Elementary School Hingham 5.6 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,889

Median Home Value

$789,500

Median Rent

$1,579/mo

Population

18,895

College Educated

67%

Homeownership

88.3%

Avg Commute

38.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

47.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hanover High Hanover, MA 8.4
Rising Tide Charter Public School Plymouth, MA 8.4
Walpole High Walpole, MA 8.4
Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich, MA 8.3
Melrose High Melrose, MA 8.5
Minuteman Regional High Lexington, MA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scituate High School

What grades does Scituate High School serve?

Scituate High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Scituate High School?

Scituate High School has an enrollment of approximately 749 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scituate High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Scituate High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scituate High School rank in MA?

Scituate High School ranks #226 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Scituate High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scituate High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Scituate High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scituate High School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Scituate High School a charter school?

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

Is Scituate High School a Title I school?

No, Scituate High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
749
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Scituate
District Enrollment
2,745
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,254
District Rank
#1 of 6

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