CIV
8%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
D
Top 95%
English High School
Grades 07-12 BOSTON, MA
Moved up 30 places from 2024 to 2025
#328
State Rank
C-
District Grade
144 McBride Street, BOSTON, MA 02130
MCAS score comparisons
Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results
Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.
English Language Arts
7%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023
18.3%
18.3%
2024
18%
18%
2025
7%
7%
Mathematics
5.3%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
3% exceeding expectations
2023
11%
11%
2024
14.5%
14.5%
2025
5.3%
5.3%
Science
7.5%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
2023
23%
23%
2024
6%
6%
2025
7.5%
7.5%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 8% | — |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 6% | — |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 11% | — |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 10 | 4% | — |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | 3% | — |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 5% | 3% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 10 | 8% | — |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 8% | — |
| 2025 | Science | 10 | 7% | — |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | — | — |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | 14% | — |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 10 | 22% | 1% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | — | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | 14% | — |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 10 | 15% | 1% |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | 11% | — |
| 2024 | Science | 10 | 1% | — |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | 6% | — |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 22% | 2% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 10 | 27% | 2% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | 3% | — |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | 14% | 2% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 10 | 16% | — |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | 22% | — |
| 2023 | Science | 10 | 24% | 1% |
MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.
Student Demographics
653 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
51.6%
Male
48.4%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
44.4%
Special Education
26%
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
86.5%
Attendance Rate
46.7%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
D-Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is English High School's grade rating?
English High School has earned a grade of D, ranked #328 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 95% of Massachusetts Combined schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
How many students attend English High School?
Approximately 653 students are enrolled at English High School.
How does English High School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, English High School's proficiency rates are: CIV (8% proficient), English Language Arts (7% proficient), Mathematics (5% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the graduation rate at English High School?
English High School has a solid 88.1% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.
What is the attendance rate at English High School?
English High School has an attendance rate of 86.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is English High School part of?
English High School is part of Boston School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.
How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?
School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.
