Serving 479 students in grades 9-12, South Hadley 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Hadley High's attendance zone covers the entire district of South Hadley, MA, encompassing approximately 18.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hadley High School's student population of 479 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
479 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1870
School Calendar
School Motto
Leader in Academic Excellence
School Rankings
South Hadley 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 South Hadley High School is 0.41, 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
#692 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)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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
90-94%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hadley High School's ranking?
South Hadley High School is ranked #692 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are South Hadley High School often compared to?
South Hadley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belchertown High School 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Hadley High School?
The graduation rate of South Hadley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend South Hadley High School?
479 students attend South Hadley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of South Hadley High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hadley High School?
South Hadley High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Hadley High School offer ?
South Hadley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Hadley High School part of?
South Hadley High School is part of South Hadley School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Does not provide a safe learning environment for its students. Administrators of the School and School District as well as some School Committee members are self serving lackeys who are now staging cover ups to protect their own interests.
2 10/10/2025
There should be a SAFE environment for children to learn. With the current death of Phoebe Prince, there should have been more programs and awareness of the cause of bullying. If this action would have taken place, Phoebe Prince could still be alive, living her normal teenage years. Because this action was not taken, this administration is highly expected to inform all students of the consequences of bullying. I expect as a average student, to be safe in my school, but if other peers should chose to behave in such a manner then I choose to not partake in this administration. And hope for the consequences to be brought down on those who chose to pursue such actions upon Phoebe Prince.
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