Below Average
#1435 of 1,793 schools in MA
Taunton High
High School · Taunton
50 Williams Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Enrollment
2,690
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
2,690
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,435 of 1,793
In Taunton
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
Taunton
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About Taunton High
Taunton High is a public high school in Taunton, MA, part of Taunton. Taunton High serves approximately 2,690 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Taunton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,435 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Taunton High show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Taunton High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Taunton High is a large school: 2,690 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
35% of students at Taunton 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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Taunton High — Students at Taunton High score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 80 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: 5.6/10.
How Taunton High Compares
See how Taunton 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
50 Williams Street, Taunton, MA 02780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taunton High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bristol County Agricultural High (rated 7.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Dighton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taunton Alternative High School (rated 4.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Taunton, see our Taunton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John F Parker Middle Taunton | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Elizabeth Pole Taunton | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Taunton Alternative High School Taunton | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Taunton | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Edward F. Leddy Preschool Taunton | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| H H Galligan Taunton | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| James L. Mulcahey Elementary School Taunton | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| East Taunton Elementary East Taunton | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Joseph H Martin East Taunton | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Merrill Elementary School Raynham | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Laliberte Elementary School Raynham | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Berkley Middle School Berkley | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Raynham Middle School Raynham | 3.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Edmund Hatch Bennett Taunton | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Joseph C Chamberlain Taunton | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Berkley Community School Berkley | 4.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,054
Median Home Value
$377,800
Median Rent
$1,257/mo
Population
52,530
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
59.8%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Billerica Memorial High School Billerica, MA | 4.7 |
| Methuen High Methuen, MA | 4.7 |
| Everett High Everett, MA | 4.8 |
| Framingham High School Framingham, MA | 4.6 |
| Chelsea High Chelsea, MA | 4.9 |
| Lowell High Lowell, MA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taunton High
What grades does Taunton High serve?
Taunton High serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Taunton High?
Taunton High has an enrollment of approximately 2,690 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taunton High?
The student-teacher ratio at Taunton High is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taunton High rank in MA?
Taunton High ranks #1,435 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Taunton High's MySchoolScout rating?
Taunton High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Taunton High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taunton High has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Taunton High a charter school?
No, Taunton High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taunton High a Title I school?
No, Taunton High is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,690
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 167
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (508) 821-1101
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
Taunton- District Enrollment
- 8,018
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,615
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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