The Bromfield School is a public school located in Harvard, Massachusetts. Founded in 1878 by Margaret Bromfield Blanchard, the school's student population is approximately 750, in grades 6–12. There are 57 teachers, with a student/faculty ratio of about 1 to 13.
Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, The Bromfield High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (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 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bromfield's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Harvard, MA, covering approximately 27.2 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Bromfield 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
The Bromfield High School's student population of 328 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1878
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Bromfield 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 The Bromfield High School is 0.43, 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
#59 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
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)
80-84%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
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
≥95%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
34%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Troy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bromfield High School's ranking?
The Bromfield High School is ranked #59 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are The Bromfield High School often compared to?
The Bromfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nashoba Regional by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% 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 The Bromfield High School?
The graduation rate of The Bromfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend The Bromfield High School?
328 students attend The Bromfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of The Bromfield High School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Bromfield High School?
The Bromfield High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Bromfield High School offer ?
The Bromfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Bromfield High School part of?
The Bromfield High School is part of Harvard School District.
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