Serving 584 students in grades 7-12, Brighton 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brighton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Brighton High School's student population of 584 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 23, 2025
School Motto
Respect. Inclusivity. Rigor.
School Mascot
Bengals
School Rankings
Brighton 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 Brighton High School is 0.52, 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
#1595 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
65%
25%
Black
25%
10%
White
5%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bengals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighton High School's ranking?
Brighton High School is ranked #1595 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Brighton High School often compared to?
Brighton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boston Latin Academy, Melvin H. King South End Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brighton High School?
The graduation rate of Brighton High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Brighton High School?
584 students attend Brighton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Brighton High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brighton High School?
Brighton High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brighton High School offer ?
Brighton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brighton High School part of?
Brighton High School is part of Boston School District.
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