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Tyngsborough High School

High School · Tyngsborough

36 Norris Rd, Tyngsborough, MA 01879

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#790 of 1,793

In Tyngsborough

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Tyngsborough

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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6.6/10

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About Tyngsborough High School

Tyngsborough High School is a public high school in Tyngsborough, MA, part of Tyngsborough. Tyngsborough High School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Tyngsborough High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #790 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Tyngsborough High School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+12.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation25%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,040
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Tyngsborough High School — Students at Tyngsborough High School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 80.8% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
76.5%
ELA
72.5%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2023
Math
69%
ELA
65%
2024
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2025
Math
58%
ELA
61%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Tyngsborough High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in MA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
25% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·38 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

36 Norris Rd, Tyngsborough, MA 01879

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tyngsborough High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gr Lowell Regional Vocational Technical (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Nashua), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Innovation Academy Charter School (rated 6.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Tyngsboro), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tyngsborough, see our Tyngsborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Tyngsborough Middle Tyngsborough 0.1 mi 5.6
LITTLE ANGELS ACADEMY Tyngsboro 1.6 mi
ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME Tyngsboro 2.1 mi 7.3
Innovation Academy Charter School Tyngsboro 2.7 mi 6.3
PRESENTATION OF MARY ACADEMY Hudson 3.2 mi 5.8
Gr Lowell Regional Vocational Technical Tyngsborough 3.2 mi 7.9
Sunset Heights School Nashua 3.2 mi 5.4
Nottingham West Elementary School Hudson 3.7 mi 6.8
Nottingham West Elementary Pre School Hudson 3.7 mi 3.1
WORLD ACADEMY Nashua 2.9 mi 6.4
Tyngsborough Elementary Tyngsborough 3.5 mi 4.4
LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOL, INC North Chelmsford 3.8 mi 7.1
Rita E. Miller Elementary School Westford 4.0 mi 5.9
Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua 3.4 mi 6.8
KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Chelmsford 4.4 mi 7.1
Hudson Memorial School Hudson 4.6 mi 5.3
CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 4.5 mi 6.6
Brookside Elementary Dracut 3.8 mi 3.3
Dr. Norman W. Crisp School Nashua 4.6 mi 2.7
Justus C. Richardson Middle School Dracut 3.8 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01879 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,167

Median Home Value

$533,300

Median Rent

$1,863/mo

Population

12,435

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tyngsborough High School

What grades does Tyngsborough High School serve?

Tyngsborough High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Tyngsborough High School?

Tyngsborough High School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tyngsborough High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tyngsborough High School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tyngsborough High School rank in MA?

Tyngsborough High School ranks #790 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Tyngsborough High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tyngsborough High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Tyngsborough High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tyngsborough High School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Tyngsborough High School a charter school?

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

Is Tyngsborough High School a Title I school?

No, Tyngsborough High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Tyngsborough
District Enrollment
1,542
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,040
District Rank
#1 of 3

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