Serving 1,476 students in grades 9-12, North Quincy High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Quincy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Quincy High School's student population of 1,476 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Quincy High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Quincy High School is 0.59, 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
#212 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
55%
7%
Hispanic
4%
24%
Black
5%
10%
White
33%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Quincy High School's ranking?
North Quincy High School is ranked #212 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are North Quincy High School often compared to?
North Quincy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quincy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Quincy High School?
The graduation rate of North Quincy High School is 93%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Quincy High School?
1,476 students attend North Quincy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of North Quincy High School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Quincy High School?
North Quincy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Quincy High School offer ?
North Quincy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Quincy High School part of?
North Quincy High School is part of Quincy School District.
In what neighborhood is North Quincy High School located?
North Quincy High School is located in the North Quincy neighborhood of Quincy, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Quincy.
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