Serving 573 students in grades 9-12, Belchertown High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 16% 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: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Belchertown High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Belchertown school district, covering approximately 55.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belchertown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Belchertown High School's student population of 573 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Belchertown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belchertown High School is 0.29, 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
#219 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
90-94%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belchertown High School's ranking?
Belchertown High School is ranked #219 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Belchertown High School often compared to?
Belchertown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amherst Regional High School, South Hadley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belchertown High School?
The graduation rate of Belchertown High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Belchertown High School?
573 students attend Belchertown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Belchertown High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belchertown High School?
Belchertown High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belchertown High School offer ?
Belchertown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Belchertown High School part of?
Belchertown High School is part of Belchertown School District.
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