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#1391 of 1,793 schools in MA

Shepherd Hill Regional High

High School · Dudley-Charlton Reg

68 Dudley Oxford Road, Dudley, MA 01571

Enrollment

937

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

4.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,391 of 1,793

In Dudley

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Dudley-Charlton Reg

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Shepherd Hill Regional High

4.8/10

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

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4.1/10

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About Shepherd Hill Regional High

Shepherd Hill Regional High is a public high school in Dudley, MA, part of Dudley-Charlton Reg. Shepherd Hill Regional High serves approximately 937 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shepherd Hill Regional High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,391 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Shepherd Hill Regional High show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-4.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation25.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,962
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Shepherd Hill Regional High — Students at Shepherd Hill Regional High score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 73.6% (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
83%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
95%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
94%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
61.5%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2023
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
40%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
37%
ELA
38%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How Shepherd Hill Regional High Compares

See how Shepherd Hill Regional High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
23th percentile in MA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
25.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·37 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

68 Dudley Oxford Road, Dudley, MA 01571

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shepherd Hill Regional High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School (rated 7.8/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Charlton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oxford High (rated 5.9/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Oxford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tourtellotte Memorial High School (rated 4.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby North Grosvenordale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dudley, see our Dudley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dudley Middle School Dudley 0.2 mi 4.1
Mason Road School Dudley 0.8 mi 5.2
Dudley Elementary Dudley 1.7 mi 5.4
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Webster 2.1 mi 4.3
Webster Middle School Webster 2.5 mi 4.7
Bartlett High School Webster 2.6 mi 4.6
Park Avenue Elementary Webster 2.6 mi 6.5
Alfred M Chaffee Oxford 4.5 mi 5.2
Tourtellotte Memorial High School North Grosvenordale 5.4 mi 4.7
Charlton Middle School Charlton 5.4 mi 4.6
Thompson Middle School North Grosvenordale 5.4 mi 4.1
Heritage School Charlton 5.4 mi 3.9
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School North Grosvenordale 5.5 mi 6.9
VIEWPOINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southbridge 4.9 mi 4.7
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton 5.9 mi 7.8
Southbridge Middle School Southbridge 4.9 mi 7.2
Southbridge High School Southbridge 4.9 mi 4.5
Charlton Elementary Charlton 6.1 mi 5.6
Oxford High Oxford 6.2 mi 5.9
Oxford Middle Oxford 6.3 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01571 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,179

Median Home Value

$372,400

Median Rent

$1,188/mo

Population

11,886

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

70.8%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

40.3

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Dracut Senior High Dracut, MA 4.7
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Roxbury Preparatory Charter School Roxbury, MA 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shepherd Hill Regional High

What grades does Shepherd Hill Regional High serve?

Shepherd Hill Regional High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Shepherd Hill Regional High?

Shepherd Hill Regional High has an enrollment of approximately 937 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shepherd Hill Regional High?

The student-teacher ratio at Shepherd Hill Regional High is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shepherd Hill Regional High rank in MA?

Shepherd Hill Regional High ranks #1,391 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Shepherd Hill Regional High's MySchoolScout rating?

Shepherd Hill Regional High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Shepherd Hill Regional High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shepherd Hill Regional High has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Shepherd Hill Regional High a charter school?

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

Is Shepherd Hill Regional High a Title I school?

No, Shepherd Hill Regional High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
937
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

Dudley-Charlton Reg
District Enrollment
3,432
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,962
District Rank
#4 of 7

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