Serving 1,246 students in grades 9-12, Fitchburg 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 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% 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: 1,246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fitchburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fitchburg High School's student population of 1,246 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg High School is 0.62, which is less 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
#1226 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
57%
24%
Black
9%
10%
White
22%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fitchburg High School's ranking?
Fitchburg High School is ranked #1226 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Fitchburg High School often compared to?
Fitchburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leominster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fitchburg High School?
The graduation rate of Fitchburg High School is 94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Fitchburg High School?
1,246 students attend Fitchburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Fitchburg High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fitchburg High School?
Fitchburg High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fitchburg High School offer ?
Fitchburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fitchburg High School part of?
Fitchburg High School is part of Fitchburg School District.
School Reviews
5 6/1/2012
Wonderful education system! Beyond the reputation of Fitchburg FHS is astounding high school and beautiful high school as well.
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