Serving 1,455 students in grades 9-12, Peabody Veterans Memorial 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 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School's student population of 1,455 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#565 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
22%
23%
Black
4%
10%
White
70%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peabody Veterans Memorial High School's ranking?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School is ranked #565 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School is 92%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Peabody Veterans Memorial High School?
1,455 students attend Peabody Veterans Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peabody Veterans Memorial High School offer ?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peabody Veterans Memorial High School part of?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School is part of Peabody School District.
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