Beverly High School is one of two four-year public high schools in Beverly, Massachusetts, United States, the other being the smaller Northshore Academy.
Serving 1,213 students in grades 9-12, Beverly High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beverly High's attendance zone serves the entire Beverly, MA school district, covering approximately 15.3 square miles. This area typically allows for a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Beverly High School's student population of 1,213 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1859
School Calendar
School Motto
Beverly High School: 'A Pathway for Every Student.'
School Rankings
Beverly High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beverly High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
71%
51%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beverly High School's ranking?
Beverly High School is ranked #466 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Beverly High School often compared to?
Beverly High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton-wenham Regional High School, Ipswich High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beverly High School?
The graduation rate of Beverly High School is 94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Beverly High School?
1,213 students attend Beverly High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Beverly High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beverly High School?
Beverly High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beverly High School offer ?
Beverly High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beverly High School part of?
Beverly High School is part of Beverly School District.
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