North Reading High School is the public high school serving students in grades 9–12 from the town of North Reading, Massachusetts, United States. It has an enrollment of 644 students as of the 2022-2023 school year with a pupil-teacher ratio of about 10:1.
Serving 652 students in grades 9-12, North Reading High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (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 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Reading High's attendance zone encompasses the entire North Reading school district, covering approximately 13.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Reading 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
North Reading High School's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
652 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Reading 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 North Reading High School is 0.29, 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
#124 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
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)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)13.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Reading High School's ranking?
North Reading High School is ranked #124 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are North Reading High School often compared to?
North Reading High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reading Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% 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 North Reading High School?
The graduation rate of North Reading High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend North Reading High School?
652 students attend North Reading High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Reading High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Reading High School?
North Reading High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Reading High School offer ?
North Reading High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Reading High School part of?
North Reading High School is part of North Reading School District.
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