Northbridge School District

87 Linwood Avenue
Whitinsville, MA 01588
(District boundaries shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 513 students in Northbridge School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public high schools in Massachusetts.
Public High School in Northbridge School District have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 57% statewide average).
Public High School in Northbridge School District have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Massachusetts average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northbridge High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public high school average of 45% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (MA)
# Schools
3 Schools
411 Schools
# Students
1,975 Students
328,377 Students
# Teachers
169 Teachers
27,355 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

District Rank

Northbridge School District, which is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 395 school districts in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-2021 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 85-89% has decreased from 90-94% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (MA)
#279 out of 395 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
This chart display the overall district rank of Northbridge  School District, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
28%
37%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Northbridge  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of MA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
43%
49%
This chart display the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Northbridge  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of MA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
85-89%
87%
This chart display public school graduation rate of Northbridge  School District and public school graduation rate of MA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.29
0.63
# American Indian Students
1 Student
818 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
16 Students
22,215 Students
% Asian Students
1%
7%
# Hispanic Students
187 Students
74,415 Students
% Hispanic Students
9%
23%
# Black Students
21 Students
36,403 Students
% Black Students
1%
11%
# White Students
1,651 Students
181,390 Students
% White Students
84%
55%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
315 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
99 Students
12,102 Students
% of Two or more races Students
5%
4%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
95
1,059
# Students in K Grade:
155
1,577
# Students in 1st Grade:
158
1,638
# Students in 2nd Grade:
151
1,775
# Students in 3rd Grade:
120
1,897
# Students in 4th Grade:
131
2,026
# Students in 5th Grade:
142
2,739
# Students in 6th Grade:
156
5,331
# Students in 7th Grade:
173
8,698
# Students in 8th Grade:
181
12,854
# Students in 9th Grade:
136
75,727
# Students in 10th Grade:
114
71,088
# Students in 11th Grade:
125
69,758
# Students in 12th Grade:
138
70,661
# Ungraded Students:
-
1,549

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $29,978 is higher than the state median of $23,971. The school district revenue/student has grown by 27% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $39,047 is higher than the state median of $24,732. The school district spending/student has grown by 33% over four school years.
This School District
This State (MA)
Total Revenue
$59 MM
$21,850 MM
This chart display total revenue of Northbridge  School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in MA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$77 MM
$22,544 MM
This chart display total spending of Northbridge  School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in MA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$29,978
$23,971
This chart display average revenue per public school student in Northbridge  School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in MA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$39,047
$24,732
This chart display average spending per public school student in Northbridge  School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in MA by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Northbridge School District Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northbridge High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
427 Linwood Avenue
Whitinsville, MA 01588
(508) 234-6221
Grades: 9-12
| 513 students

Recent Articles

How “Collaborative Reasoning” Could Be the Next Public School Trend
How “Collaborative Reasoning” Could Be the Next Public School Trend
Collaborative reasoning, which encourages independent critical thinking, is growing in popularity amongst public schools. Learn about collaborative reasoning and how it benefits public school classrooms.
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
This comprehensive article explores the complex nature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, providing insights into its symptoms, diagnosis process, and effective support strategies. From recognizing early signs to navigating the diagnostic journey, parents will gain valuable knowledge to help their child thrive. Expert insights, real-life examples, and practical tips empower readers to create a supportive environment that meets the unique needs of children with ADHD.
Teaching in Contemporary Times
March 04, 2024
Teaching in Contemporary Times
We explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • District size: 3 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 1,975 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : 85-89% (Btm 50% in MA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Quick Links