Serving 1,161 students in grades 9-12, Sharon High School ranks in the top 5% 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 77% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sharon High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sharon, MA school district, covering approximately 24.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon 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
Sharon High School's student population of 1,161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,161 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sharon High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharon High School is 0.65, 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
#47 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
34%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
98%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon High School's ranking?
Sharon High School is ranked #47 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sharon High School?
The graduation rate of Sharon High School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Sharon High School?
1,161 students attend Sharon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sharon High School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharon High School?
Sharon High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sharon High School offer ?
Sharon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sharon High School part of?
Sharon High School is part of Sharon School District.
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