Serving 631 students in grades 9-12, Fairhaven High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairhaven High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fairhaven High School's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairhaven High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairhaven High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#413 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
2%
10%
White
87%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairhaven High School's ranking?
Fairhaven High School is ranked #413 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Fairhaven High School often compared to?
Fairhaven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dartmouth High School, Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairhaven High School?
The graduation rate of Fairhaven High School is 97%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fairhaven High School?
631 students attend Fairhaven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Fairhaven High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairhaven High School?
Fairhaven High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairhaven High School offer ?
Fairhaven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairhaven High School part of?
Fairhaven High School is part of Fairhaven School District.
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