Serving 530 students in grades 9-12, Abington High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than 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: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Abington High's attendance zone covers the entire Abington, MA school district and spans approximately 10.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Abington High School's student population of 530 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
530 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Rankings
Abington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abington 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
#569 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Green Wave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abington High School's ranking?
Abington High School is ranked #569 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Abington High School often compared to?
Abington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockland Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abington High School?
The graduation rate of Abington High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Abington High School?
530 students attend Abington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Abington High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abington High School?
Abington High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Abington High School offer ?
Abington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Abington High School part of?
Abington High School is part of Abington School District.
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