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#610 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 34% in state

Stoughton High

High School · Stoughton

232 Pearl Street, Stoughton, MA 02072

Enrollment

1,097

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#610 of 1,793

In Stoughton

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Stoughton

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Stoughton High

7.1/10

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

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4.6/10

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About Stoughton High

Stoughton High is a public high school in Stoughton, MA, part of Stoughton. Stoughton High serves approximately 1,097 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Stoughton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #610 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Stoughton High show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.5Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation12.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,473
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Stoughton High — Students at Stoughton High score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.8% (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
79%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
93%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
59.5%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2023
Math
44%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
49%
ELA
53%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Stoughton High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
66th percentile in MA
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.7/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
25
13 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
106 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
13 boys'·12 girls'·43 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

232 Pearl Street, Stoughton, MA 02072

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stoughton High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical (rated 7.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Canton High (rated 7.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Canton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stoughton, see our Stoughton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
O'Donnell Middle School Stoughton 0.2 mi 4.6
Richard L. Wilkins Elementary School Stoughton 0.3 mi 7.7
AHAVATH TORAH CONGREGATION Stoughton 0.4 mi
Joseph H Gibbons Stoughton 0.9 mi 4.1
Edwin A Jones Early Childhood Center Stoughton 0.7 mi 5.4
Joseph R Dawe Jr Elementary Stoughton 1.1 mi 8.1
Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton 1.1 mi 6.3
South Elementary Stoughton 1.8 mi 4.9
Dean S Luce Canton 2.5 mi 7.2
East Elementary Sharon 2.2 mi 6.8
DBA:CLARKE SCHOOL BOSTON Canton 2.9 mi
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Canton 2.7 mi 6.8
Rodman Early Childhood Center Canton 3.0 mi 4.3
Canton High Canton 3.0 mi 7.3
Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical Canton 3.7 mi 7.5
THE BLUE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Canton 3.7 mi
John F Kennedy Canton 3.6 mi 7.8
Lt Peter M Hansen Canton 3.9 mi 7.4
Sharon Early Childhood Center Sharon 3.2 mi 5.5
Sharon Middle Sharon 3.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02072 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,164

Median Home Value

$496,700

Median Rent

$1,993/mo

Population

29,074

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

77.3%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

43.4

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School Rating
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough, MA 7.1
East Longmeadow High East Longmeadow, MA 7.1
John J Duggan Academy Springfield, MA 7.0
Monomoy Regional High School Harwich, MA 7.0
Nauset Regional High North Eastham, MA 7.0
Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield, MA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stoughton High

What grades does Stoughton High serve?

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

How many students attend Stoughton High?

Stoughton High has an enrollment of approximately 1,097 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stoughton High?

The student-teacher ratio at Stoughton High is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stoughton High rank in MA?

Stoughton High ranks #610 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Stoughton High's MySchoolScout rating?

Stoughton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Stoughton High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stoughton High has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stoughton High a charter school?

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

Is Stoughton High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,097
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
106
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

Stoughton
District Enrollment
3,686
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,473
District Rank
#3 of 8

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