Serving 743 students in grades 9-12, Newburyport High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Newburyport High's attendance zone covers the entire Newburyport, MA school district, encompassing approximately 10.7 square miles. The area is typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newburyport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newburyport High School's student population of 743 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
743 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1831
School Rankings
Newburyport High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newburyport High School is 0.19, 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
#133 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
90%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson, Gold
School Mascot
Clipper Ship
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newburyport High School's ranking?
Newburyport High School is ranked #133 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Newburyport High School often compared to?
Newburyport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amesbury High School, Triton Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newburyport High School?
The graduation rate of Newburyport High School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Newburyport High School?
743 students attend Newburyport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Newburyport High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newburyport High School?
Newburyport High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newburyport High School offer ?
Newburyport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newburyport High School part of?
Newburyport High School is part of Newburyport School District.
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