Cohasset High School is a public high school located in Cohasset, Massachusetts, United States. It is located at 143 Pond St. and has an enrollment of 431 students in grades 9-12. A majority of the school's teams are named the "Skippers" and the school colors are navy blue, silver, and white.
Serving 381 students in grades 9-12, Cohasset High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (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 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Cohasset Middle/High School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Cohasset, MA, covering approximately 31.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cohasset High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cohasset High School's student population of 381 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Cohasset High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cohasset High School is 0.17, 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
#26 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
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)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
1%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
blue and white
School Mascot
Skippers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cohasset High School's ranking?
Cohasset High School is ranked #26 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Cohasset High School often compared to?
Cohasset High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Techboston Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% 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 Cohasset High School?
The graduation rate of Cohasset High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Cohasset High School?
381 students attend Cohasset High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cohasset High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cohasset High School?
Cohasset High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cohasset High School offer ?
Cohasset High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Cohasset High School part of?
Cohasset High School is part of Cohasset School District.
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