Methuen High School is a public secondary school located in the city of Methuen, Massachusetts, United States. Methuen High serves grades nine through twelve for about 1,900 students. It is one of five public schools in Methuen and it is the only high school in the district.
Serving 1,898 students in grades 9-12, Methuen High School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,898 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (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 1,898 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,898 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Rankings
Methuen High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#782 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
50%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
38%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rangers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Methuen High School's ranking?
Methuen High School is ranked #782 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Methuen High School often compared to?
Methuen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawrence High School, Haverhill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 92%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Methuen High School?
1,898 students attend Methuen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Methuen High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 6% 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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