B- Top 53%

Shepherd Hill Regional High School

Grades 09-12 DUDLEY, MA

Moved down 16 places from 2024 to 2025

#184 State Rank
B+ District Grade
68 Dudley Oxford Road, DUDLEY, MA 01571
Active Athletics 24 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
955 Students
92.7% Attendance Rate
53.5 Composite Score

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

38% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 51% 51%
2024 52% 52%
2025 38% 38%

Mathematics

37% Meeting or exceeding expectations

5% exceeding expectations

2023 51% 51%
2024 40% 40%
2025 37% 37%

Science

42% Meeting or exceeding expectations

6% exceeding expectations

2023 47% 47%
2024 50% 50%
2025 42% 42%
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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 38%3%
2025Mathematics10 37%5%
2025Science10 42%6%
2024English Language Arts10 52%8%
2024Mathematics10 40%7%
2024Science10 50%9%
2023English Language Arts10 51%7%
2023Mathematics10 51%10%
2023Science10 47%8%

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

955 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 77.6%
Hispanic 13.3%
Black 4.5%
Multiracial 3.4%
Asian 1.3%

Gender

52.9% Male
46.8% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 3%
Special Education 15.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 32.1%

Athletics Programs

24 sports programs with 1,116 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Volleyball 52 athletes
  • Football 45 athletes
  • Basketball 40 athletes
  • Softball 35 athletes
  • Baseball 35 athletes
  • Lacrosse 25 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 25 athletes
  • Wrestling 17 athletes
  • Cross Country 13 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 12 athletes
  • Golf 12 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 311 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 247 athletes
  • Volleyball 35 athletes
  • Soccer 34 athletes
  • Fall Swim/Dive 32 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 29 athletes
  • Baseball 28 athletes
  • Cross Country 25 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 23 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 20 athletes
  • Tennis 15 athletes
  • Basketball 5 athletes
  • Rugby 1 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

2.8% Dropout Rate

Attendance

92.7% Attendance Rate
19.8% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

68 Dudley Oxford Road, DUDLEY, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shepherd Hill Regional High School's grade rating?

Shepherd Hill Regional High School has earned a grade of B-, ranked #184 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 53% 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 Shepherd Hill Regional High School?

Approximately 955 students are enrolled at Shepherd Hill Regional High School.

How does Shepherd Hill Regional High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Shepherd Hill Regional High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (38% proficient), Mathematics (37% proficient), Science (42% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Shepherd Hill Regional High School offer?

Shepherd Hill Regional High School offers 24 athletic programs (11 boys' sports, 13 girls' sports) with approximately 1,116 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Shepherd Hill Regional High School?

Shepherd Hill Regional High School has a strong 94.4% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Shepherd Hill Regional High School?

Shepherd Hill Regional High School has an attendance rate of 92.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Shepherd Hill Regional High School part of?

Shepherd Hill Regional High School is part of Dudley-Charlton Regional 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.