Douglas High School is a public high school in Douglas, Massachusetts, United States serving 324 students in grades 9-12 in the Douglas School District.
Serving 267 students in grades 9-12, Douglas High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Douglas, MA, covering approximately 37.9 square miles. Most areas are within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Douglas High School's student population of 267 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Douglas High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas High School is 0.24, 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
#398 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
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)30.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas High School's ranking?
Douglas High School is ranked #398 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Douglas High School often compared to?
Douglas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglas High School?
The graduation rate of Douglas High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Douglas High School?
267 students attend Douglas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Douglas High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas High School?
Douglas High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas High School offer ?
Douglas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Douglas High School part of?
Douglas High School is part of Douglas School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas High School located?
Douglas High School is located in the East Douglas neighborhood of Douglas, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Douglas.
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