Pittsfield High School is a four year comprehensive public high school in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States. It serves the city of Pittsfield. The school dates its founding to 1844. It is administered by the Pittsfield Public Schools district and is the oldest of the district's two high schools.
Serving 724 students in grades 9-12, Pittsfield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsfield High School's student population of 724 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1844
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pittsfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsfield High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#877 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
19%
25%
Black
12%
10%
White
60%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The General
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsfield High School's ranking?
Pittsfield High School is ranked #877 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Pittsfield High School often compared to?
Pittsfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taconic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsfield High School?
The graduation rate of Pittsfield High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pittsfield High School?
724 students attend Pittsfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pittsfield High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsfield High School?
Pittsfield High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pittsfield High School offer ?
Pittsfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pittsfield High School part of?
Pittsfield High School is part of Pittsfield School District.
School Reviews
5 4/11/2022
I think it's a solid school. PHS is aging and definitely needs structural improvements, a good cleaning, and lots of paint, but its heart is in the right place. Teachers really do care.
4 10/6/2021
Good school..
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