Nantucket High School is a public high school in Nantucket, Massachusetts, United States. It is the only high school on the island of Nantucket. The school serves students in grades 9–12 and has an approximate enrollment of 530 students.
Serving 596 students in grades 9-12, Nantucket High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 56% 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: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nantucket High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Nantucket, MA, covering approximately 105.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nantucket High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nantucket High School's student population of 596 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
596 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1838
School Calendar
Campus Size
20.35 acres (valued at $62 million)
School Rankings
Nantucket High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nantucket High School is 0.64, 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
#446 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
≥95%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Hank The Harpoon Man
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nantucket High School's ranking?
Nantucket High School is ranked #446 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nantucket High School?
The graduation rate of Nantucket High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Nantucket High School?
596 students attend Nantucket High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Nantucket High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nantucket High School?
Nantucket High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nantucket High School offer ?
Nantucket High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nantucket High School part of?
Nantucket High School is part of Nantucket School District.
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