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Swampscott High

High School · Swampscott

200 Essex Street, Swampscott, MA 01907

Enrollment

666

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#669 of 1,793

In Swampscott

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Swampscott

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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6.9/10

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About Swampscott High

Swampscott High is a public high school in Swampscott, MA, part of Swampscott. Swampscott High serves approximately 666 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Swampscott High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #669 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Swampscott High show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation28.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,140
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Swampscott High — Students at Swampscott High score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 79.9% (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
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72.5%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2023
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2025
Math
49%
ELA
55%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Swampscott High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in MA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
28.7% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·40 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

200 Essex Street, Swampscott, MA 01907

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Swampscott High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Salem High (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lynn English High (rated 3.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lynn), a more accessible option. For more schools in Swampscott, see our Swampscott schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Clarke Swampscott 0.3 mi 4.7
Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center Lynn 0.5 mi 7.8
Hadley Swampscott 0.7 mi 6.8
Stanley Swampscott 0.8 mi 8.2
Thurgood Marshall Mid Lynn 0.8 mi 3.8
Aborn Lynn 0.7 mi 7.1
Swampscott Middle Swampscott 0.9 mi 6.4
Brickett Elementary Lynn 1.1 mi 2.9
Ingalls Lynn 1.0 mi 3.4
Hood Lynn 1.0 mi 3.0
E J Harrington Lynn 1.4 mi 3.1
Lynn English High Lynn 1.3 mi 3.0
Salem High Salem 1.9 mi 7.3
Robert L Ford Lynn 1.5 mi 4.0
Horace Mann Laboratory Salem 2.0 mi 3.4
ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn 1.6 mi 5.2
Fredrick Douglass Collegiate Academy Lynn 1.8 mi 7.3
KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School Lynn 1.7 mi 5.7
NORTH SHORE CHRISTIAN Lynn 1.9 mi 6.0
JOI CHILD CARE CENTER Lynn 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,714

Median Home Value

$690,800

Median Rent

$2,206/mo

Population

15,279

College Educated

61.5%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

45.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Hampshire Regional High Westhampton, MA 6.9
Nashoba Valley Technical High School Westford, MA 6.9
Watertown High Watertown, MA 6.9
Boston Arts Academy Boston, MA 7.0
Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee, MA 7.0
John J Duggan Academy Springfield, MA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Swampscott High

What grades does Swampscott High serve?

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

How many students attend Swampscott High?

Swampscott High has an enrollment of approximately 666 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Swampscott High?

The student-teacher ratio at Swampscott 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 Swampscott High rank in MA?

Swampscott High ranks #669 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Swampscott High's MySchoolScout rating?

Swampscott High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Swampscott High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Swampscott High has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Swampscott High a charter school?

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

Is Swampscott High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
666
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Swampscott
District Enrollment
2,078
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,140
District Rank
#2 of 5

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