Serving 1,841 students in grades 9-12, Methuen 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 35% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 65% 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: 1,841 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Methuen High School's student population of 1,841 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,841 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1975
School Rankings
Methuen 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 Methuen High School is 0.61, 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
#862 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
52%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
93%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rangers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Methuen High School's ranking?
Methuen High School is ranked #862 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Methuen High School often compared to?
Methuen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Haverhill High School, Lawrence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Methuen High School?
The graduation rate of Methuen High School is 93%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Methuen High School?
1,841 students attend Methuen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Methuen High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Methuen High School?
Methuen High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Methuen High School offer ?
Methuen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Methuen High School part of?
Methuen High School is part of Methuen School District.
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