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Taconic High
High School · Pittsfield
96 Valentine Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Enrollment
875
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
875
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,077 of 1,793
In Pittsfield
#9 of 13
public schools
In district
#9 of 13
Pittsfield
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Taconic High
High School in Pittsfield · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Taconic High
Taconic High is a public high school in Pittsfield, MA, part of Pittsfield. Taconic High serves approximately 875 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Taconic High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,077 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Taconic High show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Taconic High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Taconic High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
41% of students at Taconic High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Taconic High — Students at Taconic High score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.4/10.
How Taconic High Compares
See how Taconic High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
96 Valentine Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taconic High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pittsfield High (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DARROW SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby New Lebanon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eagle Education Academy (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pittsfield, see our Pittsfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Silvio O Conte Community Pittsfield | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Crosby Pittsfield | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Crosby Educational Academy Pittsfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| Eagle Education Academy Pittsfield | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Robert T. Capeless Elementary School Pittsfield | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Pittsfield High Pittsfield | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Morningside Community School Pittsfield | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| John T Reid Middle Pittsfield | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Stearns Pittsfield | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Theodore Herberg Middle Pittsfield | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Egremont Pittsfield | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Allendale Pittsfield | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Lenox | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| HIGH POINT SCHOOL Lenox | 4.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Williams Pittsfield | 3.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough | 4.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Craneville Dalton | 5.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ST AGNES ACADEMY Dalton | 5.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Morris Lenox | 7.3 mi | 7.5 |
| DARROW SCHOOL New Lebanon | 5.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,879
Median Home Value
$236,500
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
45,072
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carver Middle/High School Carver, MA | 5.8 |
| Gloucester High Gloucester, MA | 5.8 |
| High School Of Commerce Springfield, MA | 5.8 |
| Quabbin Regional High School Barre, MA | 5.8 |
| Auburn Senior High Auburn, MA | 5.7 |
| Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee, MA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taconic High
What grades does Taconic High serve?
Taconic High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Taconic High?
Taconic High has an enrollment of approximately 875 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taconic High?
The student-teacher ratio at Taconic High is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taconic High rank in MA?
Taconic High ranks #1,077 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Taconic High's MySchoolScout rating?
Taconic High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Taconic High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taconic High has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Taconic High a charter school?
No, Taconic High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taconic High a Title I school?
No, Taconic High is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 875
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 94
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Berkshire County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (413) 448-9600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Pittsfield- District Enrollment
- 4,876
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,189
- District Rank
- #9 of 13
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