Serving 471 students in grades 9-12, Northbridge High School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (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 23% 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: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northbridge High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Whitinsville, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 18.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northbridge High School's student population of 471 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1866
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northbridge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northbridge High School is 0.39, 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
#544 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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)
55-59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
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
15%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
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
85-89%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northbridge High School's ranking?
Northbridge High School is ranked #544 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Northbridge High School often compared to?
Northbridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackstone Valley by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northbridge High School?
The graduation rate of Northbridge High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Northbridge High School?
471 students attend Northbridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Northbridge High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northbridge High School?
Northbridge High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northbridge High School offer ?
Northbridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northbridge High School part of?
Northbridge High School is part of Northbridge School District.
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