Serving 482 students in grades 9-12, Ipswich High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ipswich High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ipswich High School's student population of 482 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ipswich High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ipswich High School is 0.29, 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
#85 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
84%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ipswich High School's ranking?
Ipswich High School is ranked #85 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Ipswich High School often compared to?
Ipswich High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Essex Regional High School, Hamilton-wenham Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 Ipswich High School?
The graduation rate of Ipswich High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ipswich High School?
482 students attend Ipswich High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ipswich High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ipswich High School?
Ipswich High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ipswich High School offer ?
Ipswich High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ipswich High School part of?
Ipswich High School is part of Ipswich School District.
School Reviews
5 1/11/2007
A. High end programs involving everything u can at any level.
B. Manditory music, art, or sports ect.programs will allow a high achievers student and will become wanted at any college. Wide variety of programs.
C. Ipswich highschool is home to the Superbowl champs, and the State finals in basketball of 2 years in a rown, and every other division made it to the finals for years straight. All students recieve awards.
E. Parents are involved with every aspect of the school. Required that they are involved mainy in Acedemics, and sports.
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