Marblehead High School is a public high school located in Marblehead, Massachusetts, United States.
Serving 861 students in grades 9-12, Marblehead High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Marblehead High's attendance zone covers the entire Marblehead, MA school district, encompassing approximately 6.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge of the zone located 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marblehead 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
Marblehead High School's student population of 861 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
861 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marblehead 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 Marblehead High School is 0.29, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
84%
51%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Magician
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marblehead High School's ranking?
Marblehead 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 Marblehead High School often compared to?
Marblehead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swampscott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marblehead High School?
The graduation rate of Marblehead High School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Marblehead High School?
861 students attend Marblehead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Marblehead High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marblehead High School?
Marblehead High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marblehead High School offer ?
Marblehead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marblehead High School part of?
Marblehead High School is part of Marblehead School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
There are next to no music programs, and the administration does not seems to give the help that it promises to students, especially the guidance department.
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