Serving 3,586 students in grades 9-12, Brockton 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 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brockton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brockton High School's student population of 3,586 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 205 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
205 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brockton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brockton High School is 0.58, 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
#1155 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
61%
10%
White
12%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brockton High School's ranking?
Brockton High School is ranked #1155 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brockton High School?
The graduation rate of Brockton High School is 86%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Brockton High School?
3,586 students attend Brockton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Brockton High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brockton High School?
Brockton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brockton High School offer ?
Brockton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brockton High School part of?
Brockton High School is part of Brockton School District.
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