Triton Regional High School is a public high school in the village of Byfield within the town of Newbury, Massachusetts. Triton High also serves the nearby towns of Rowley and Salisbury.
Serving 567 students in grades 9-12, Triton Regional High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Triton Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Triton Regional High School's student population of 567 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Triton Regional High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Triton Regional High School is 0.22, 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
#361 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
88%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triton Regional High School's ranking?
Triton Regional High School is ranked #361 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Triton Regional High School often compared to?
Triton Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newburyport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Triton Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Triton Regional High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Triton Regional High School?
567 students attend Triton Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Triton Regional High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Triton Regional High School?
Triton Regional High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Triton Regional High School offer ?
Triton Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Triton Regional High School part of?
Triton Regional High School is part of Triton School District.
School Reviews
5 10/24/2009
The quality of education at Triton exceeds area schools in the choices of AP and Honors classes. As of late the only programs that have been cut have been Foods, All other programs are intact and vary widely in choice. Athletic teams at Triton continue to receive academic and sportsmanship awards on a yearly basis. The schools have all been remodeled or newly rebuilt. Parents are involved at all levels.
2 1/11/2007
The quality of this school is dismal. The teacher/student ratio is so high that it does not permit proper learning. Parents must fund all extracurriculars by 100%. All programs are in jeapordy, the administration as failed in all areas. The school committe is combative. The school has been put on warning status bu the New England Association of schools. This school is in danger! A modern failure!
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