Fitchburg High School is a public high school in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. The school is part of the Fitchburg Public Schools district.
Serving 1,220 students in grades 9-12, Fitchburg 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 20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 1,220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fitchburg High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Fitchburg, MA school district, covering approximately 28.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fitchburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fitchburg High School's student population of 1,220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,220 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1849
School Motto
All members of FHS will be present, positive, and prepared in order to think and communicate critically and effectively.
School Rankings
Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg High School is 0.61, 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
#1277 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fitchburg High School's ranking?
Fitchburg High School is ranked #1277 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Fitchburg High School often compared to?
Fitchburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leominster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fitchburg High School?
The graduation rate of Fitchburg High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Fitchburg High School?
1,220 students attend Fitchburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Fitchburg High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fitchburg High School?
Fitchburg High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fitchburg High School offer ?
Fitchburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fitchburg High School part of?
Fitchburg High School is part of Fitchburg School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Wonderful education system! Beyond the reputation of Fitchburg FHS is astounding high school and beautiful high school as well.
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