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#187 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 10% in state

Sharon High

High School · Sharon

181 Pond Street, Sharon, MA 02067

Enrollment

1,132

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#187 of 1,793

In Sharon

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Sharon

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Sharon High

8.6/10

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

Striar Hebrew Academy of Sharon

5.9/10

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8.0/10

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About Sharon High

Sharon High is a public high school in Sharon, MA, part of Sharon. Sharon High serves approximately 1,132 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharon High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Sharon High show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.6 · 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-1.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency81% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+31.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29 pts
Overall Proficiency79% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+21.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College Readiness9.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation33.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,602
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Sharon High — Students at Sharon High score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 87.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 90.0% (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
97%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
86%
2020*
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2023
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2024
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2025
Math
77%
ELA
81%

* 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 Sharon High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
90th percentile in MA
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
7
2 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
102 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
33.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
2 boys'·5 girls'·44 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

181 Pond Street, Sharon, MA 02067

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sharon High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sharon Middle (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Mabelle M Burrell (rated 8.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Foxborough), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cottage Street (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sharon, see our Sharon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
STRIAR HEBREW ACADEMY OF SHARON Sharon 0.2 mi 5.9
Cottage Street Sharon 0.4 mi 8.0
Sharon Early Childhood Center Sharon 0.8 mi 5.5
Sharon Middle Sharon 0.8 mi 8.2
AL-NOOR ACADEMY Sharon 1.5 mi 4.1
East Elementary Sharon 1.5 mi 6.8
Heights Elementary Sharon 1.6 mi 7.4
Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton 2.6 mi 6.3
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Canton 3.3 mi 6.8
Old Post Road East Walpole 3.2 mi 7.5
Canton High Canton 3.7 mi 7.3
Rodman Early Childhood Center Canton 3.8 mi 4.3
Mabelle M Burrell Foxborough 3.9 mi 8.2
Charles J Prescott Norwood 4.3 mi 3.8
THE SAGE SCHOOL Foxboro 3.5 mi 7.9
Dean S Luce Canton 3.9 mi 7.2
Bird Middle East Walpole 3.7 mi 6.7
TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School East Walpole 4.1 mi 3.9
O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton 3.5 mi 4.6
Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School Stoughton 3.5 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02067 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$183,724

Median Home Value

$697,900

Median Rent

$2,269/mo

Population

18,478

College Educated

76%

Homeownership

86.7%

Avg Commute

37.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

42.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High Sudbury, MA 8.6
Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg, MA 8.6
Westwood High Westwood, MA 8.6
Masconomet Regional High School Boxford, MA 8.7
Medfield Senior High Medfield, MA 8.7
Melrose High Melrose, MA 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sharon High

What grades does Sharon High serve?

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

How many students attend Sharon High?

Sharon High has an enrollment of approximately 1,132 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharon High?

The student-teacher ratio at Sharon High is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sharon High rank in MA?

Sharon High ranks #187 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Sharon High's MySchoolScout rating?

Sharon High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Sharon High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sharon High has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sharon High a charter school?

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

Is Sharon High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,132
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
102
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Sharon
District Enrollment
3,436
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,602
District Rank
#1 of 6

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