B Top 46%

Danvers High School

Grades 09-12 DANVERS, MA

Moved down 18 places from 2024 to 2025

#160 State Rank
A- District Grade
60 Cabot Road, DANVERS, MA 01923
High Grad Rate 96.9% Active Athletics 29 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
794 Students
92.3% Attendance Rate
54.8 Composite Score
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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

47% Meeting or exceeding expectations

8% exceeding expectations

2023 57% 57%
2024 57% 57%
2025 47% 47%

Mathematics

32% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 40% 40%
2024 44% 44%
2025 32% 32%

Science

49% Meeting or exceeding expectations

6% exceeding expectations

2023 52% 52%
2024 55% 55%
2025 49% 49%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 47%8%
2025Mathematics10 32%3%
2025Science10 49%6%
2024English Language Arts10 57%15%
2024Mathematics10 44%3%
2024Science10 55%8%
2023English Language Arts10 57%9%
2023Mathematics10 40%4%
2023Science10 52%6%

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

794 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 75.8%
Hispanic 15.4%
Asian 3.7%
Black 2.9%
Multiracial 2.3%

Gender

52% Male
47.6% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 3.4%
Special Education 22.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 27.2%

Athletics Programs

29 sports programs with 1,436 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Volleyball 83 athletes
  • Football 71 athletes
  • Softball 45 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 41 athletes
  • Basketball 38 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 30 athletes
  • Baseball 29 athletes
  • Lacrosse 26 athletes
  • Wrestling 22 athletes
  • Golf 17 athletes
  • Cross Country 15 athletes
  • Tennis 10 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 10 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 437 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 281 athletes
  • Soccer 38 athletes
  • Softball 32 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 31 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 28 athletes
  • Tennis 26 athletes
  • Baseball 24 athletes
  • Volleyball 23 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 22 athletes
  • Cross Country 21 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 16 athletes
  • Golf 7 athletes
  • Gymnastics 6 athletes
  • Basketball 6 athletes
  • Football 1 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

1.2% Dropout Rate

Attendance

92.3% Attendance Rate
21.3% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

60 Cabot Road, DANVERS, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Danvers High School's grade rating?

Danvers High School has earned a grade of B, ranked #160 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 46% of Massachusetts High 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 Danvers High School?

Approximately 794 students are enrolled at Danvers High School.

How does Danvers High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Danvers High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (47% proficient), Mathematics (32% proficient), Science (49% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Danvers High School offer?

Danvers High School offers 29 athletic programs (13 boys' sports, 16 girls' sports) with approximately 1,436 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Danvers High School?

Danvers High School has a excellent 96.9% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Danvers High School?

Danvers High School has an attendance rate of 92.3%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Danvers High School part of?

Danvers High School is part of Danvers 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.