Bellingham High School, or BHS is a five-year public high school located in the town of Bellingham, Massachusetts, United States. BHS is one of two high schools in the town of Bellingham.
Serving 749 students in grades 8-12, Bellingham High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellingham High School's student population of 749 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
749 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bellingham High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellingham High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1016 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
80%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blackhawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellingham High School's ranking?
Bellingham High School is ranked #1016 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bellingham High School?
The graduation rate of Bellingham High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bellingham High School?
749 students attend Bellingham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bellingham High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellingham High School?
Bellingham High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bellingham High School offer ?
Bellingham High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellingham High School part of?
Bellingham High School is part of Bellingham School District.
School Reviews
5 1/3/2011
BHS is great school with a new building (less than 9 years old) with all facilities. I moved to Bellingham 5 years ago and my kid is in senior year. Teachers are great and my kid has secured 95% percentile in SAT, MCAS. Already got accepted in one of the top 5 engineering schools rated by USA News.
However school has to spend additional time/ effort on sports. Also parents neet to set the objectives to their kids. Bellingham spends good chunk of money for schools.
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