Serving 1,344 students in grades 9-12, Doherty Memorial 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 30% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doherty Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Doherty Memorial High School's student population of 1,344 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Doherty Memorial 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 Doherty Memorial High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1006 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
38%
24%
Black
16%
10%
White
36%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doherty Memorial High School's ranking?
Doherty Memorial High School is ranked #1006 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Doherty Memorial High School often compared to?
Doherty Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burncoat Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Doherty Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Doherty Memorial High School is 93%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Doherty Memorial High School?
1,344 students attend Doherty Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Doherty Memorial High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Doherty Memorial High School?
Doherty Memorial High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Doherty Memorial High School offer ?
Doherty Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Doherty Memorial High School part of?
Doherty Memorial High School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Doherty Memorial High School located?
Doherty Memorial High School is located in the Newton Square neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Newton Square.
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