Serving 985 students in grades 9-12, Marlborough 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 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 985 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marlborough High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Marlborough school district, covering approximately 22.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 2.9 miles and the furthest edge located 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marlborough High School's student population of 985 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
985 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Marlborough 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 Marlborough High School is 0.54, 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
#928 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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
85%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marlborough High School's ranking?
Marlborough High School is ranked #928 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Marlborough High School often compared to?
Marlborough High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hudson High School, Assabet Valley Vocational High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marlborough High School?
The graduation rate of Marlborough High School is 85%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Marlborough High School?
985 students attend Marlborough High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Marlborough High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marlborough High School?
Marlborough High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marlborough High School offer ?
Marlborough High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marlborough High School part of?
Marlborough High School is part of Marlborough School District.
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