Ipswich High School is a four-year public high school in Ipswich, Massachusetts, United States. It has an enrollment of approximately 500 students. It is the only high school in the town of Ipswich. Ipswich High School shares a building with Ipswich Middle School.
Serving 447 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ipswich High School's student population of 447 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1642
School Rankings
Ipswich High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ipswich High School is 0.30, 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
#118 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
≥95%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange/White
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ipswich High School's ranking?
Ipswich High School is ranked #118 out of 1,626 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, Beverly High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Ipswich High School?
447 students attend Ipswich High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ipswich High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ipswich High School?
Ipswich High School has a student ration of 9:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ipswich High School part of?
Ipswich High School is part of Ipswich School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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