Serving 1,049 students in grades 9-12, Stoughton 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 51% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,049 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 30% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stoughton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stoughton High School's student population of 1,049 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,049 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stoughton 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 Stoughton High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#448 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
27%
10%
White
48%
56%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stoughton High School's ranking?
Stoughton High School is ranked #448 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Stoughton High School often compared to?
Stoughton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stoughton High School?
The graduation rate of Stoughton High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Stoughton High School?
1,049 students attend Stoughton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Stoughton High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stoughton High School?
Stoughton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stoughton High School offer ?
Stoughton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stoughton High School part of?
Stoughton High School is part of Stoughton School District.
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