Serving 452 students in grades 9-12, Lunenburg High School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lunenburg High's attendance zone covers the entire Lunenburg school district, encompassing approximately 27.7 square miles. The area is generally located in Lunenburg, MA, with most families typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school and an average distance of 3.1 miles to the zone's edge, which extends up to 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lunenburg 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
Lunenburg High School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide all students with the skills, confidence, and passion for life-long learning so that they may find their own paths to successful careers, active citizenship, and rewarding lives.
School Rankings
Lunenburg High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lunenburg High School is 0.38, 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
#190 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
11%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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)21.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Blue Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lunenburg High School's ranking?
Lunenburg High School is ranked #190 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Lunenburg High School often compared to?
Lunenburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical, Leominster 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lunenburg High School?
The graduation rate of Lunenburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Lunenburg High School?
452 students attend Lunenburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lunenburg High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lunenburg High School?
Lunenburg High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lunenburg High School offer ?
Lunenburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lunenburg High School part of?
Lunenburg High School is part of Lunenburg School District.
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