Serving 1,823 students in grades 9-12, Classical 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 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,823 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Classical High School's student population of 1,823 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,823 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Classical High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Classical High School is 0.53, which is less 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
#1195 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
66%
23%
Black
8%
10%
White
15%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Classical High School's ranking?
Classical High School is ranked #1195 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Classical High School often compared to?
Classical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swampscott High School, Lynn English High School, Lynnfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Classical High School?
The graduation rate of Classical High School is 82%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Classical High School?
1,823 students attend Classical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Classical High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Classical High School?
Classical High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Classical High School offer ?
Classical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Classical High School part of?
Classical High School is part of Lynn School District.
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