Serving 1,573 students in grades 9-12, Doherty Memorial 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 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Doherty Memorial High serves the west part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 11.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Doherty Memorial High School's student population of 1,573 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,573 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
Doherty Memorial 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 Doherty Memorial High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#960 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
36%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
17%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
89%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Highlanders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doherty Memorial High School's ranking?
Doherty Memorial High School is ranked #960 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Doherty Memorial High School often compared to?
Doherty Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burncoat Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doherty Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Doherty Memorial High School is 89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Doherty Memorial High School?
1,573 students attend Doherty Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Doherty Memorial High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doherty Memorial High School?
Doherty Memorial High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Doherty Memorial High School offer ?
Doherty Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doherty Memorial High School part of?
Doherty Memorial High School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Doherty Memorial High School located?
Doherty Memorial High School is located in the Newton Square neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Newton Square.
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