Serving 1,823 students in grades 9-12, Shrewsbury High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher 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 49% 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: 1,823 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shrewsbury High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Shrewsbury High School's student population of 1,823 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,823 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shrewsbury High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shrewsbury High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#62 out of 1631 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
51%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shrewsbury High School's ranking?
Shrewsbury High School is ranked #62 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Shrewsbury High School often compared to?
Shrewsbury High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westborough High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shrewsbury High School?
The graduation rate of Shrewsbury High School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shrewsbury High School?
1,823 students attend Shrewsbury High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Shrewsbury High School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shrewsbury High School?
Shrewsbury High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shrewsbury High School offer ?
Shrewsbury High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shrewsbury High School part of?
Shrewsbury High School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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