Gloucester High School is a public four-year comprehensive secondary school, with just over 800 students and 150 faculty and staff, serving Gloucester, Massachusetts. It is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the Northeast Alliance of High Schools.
Serving 807 students in grades 9-12, Gloucester 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gloucester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Gloucester High School's student population of 807 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
807 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1839
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
WHERE STUDENTS FIND A PLACE & MAKE A FUTURE
School Rankings
Gloucester 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 Gloucester High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#878 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
79%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fishermen
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gloucester High School's ranking?
Gloucester High School is ranked #878 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gloucester High School?
The graduation rate of Gloucester High School is 85%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gloucester High School?
807 students attend Gloucester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Gloucester High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gloucester High School?
Gloucester High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gloucester High School offer ?
Gloucester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gloucester High School part of?
Gloucester High School is part of Gloucester School District.
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