A- Top 24%

Grafton High School

Grades 09-12 GRAFTON, MA

Moved up 62 places from 2024 to 2025

#85 State Rank
A- District Grade
24 Providence Road, GRAFTON, MA 01519
High Grad Rate 95.6% Active Athletics 27 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
905 Students
93% Attendance Rate
62.1 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

59% Meeting or exceeding expectations

16% exceeding expectations

2023 74% 74%
2024 64% 64%
2025 59% 59%

Mathematics

52% Meeting or exceeding expectations

15% exceeding expectations

2023 67% 67%
2024 56% 56%
2025 52% 52%

Science

59% Meeting or exceeding expectations

9% exceeding expectations

2023 61% 61%
2024 54% 54%
2025 59% 59%
View published results by year and grade
Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 59%16%
2025Mathematics10 52%15%
2025Science10 59%9%
2024English Language Arts10 64%20%
2024Mathematics10 56%10%
2024Science10 54%8%
2023English Language Arts10 74%17%
2023Mathematics10 67%12%
2023Science10 61%12%

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

905 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 69.4%
Asian 12.6%
Hispanic 11%
Black 3.1%
Multiracial 3.1%

Gender

52.7% Male
47% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 2.7%
Special Education 16.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch 19.6%

Athletics Programs

27 sports programs with 1,348 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Volleyball 76 athletes
  • Softball 68 athletes
  • Football 60 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 44 athletes
  • Basketball 42 athletes
  • Baseball 34 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 25 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 17 athletes
  • Golf 16 athletes
  • Cross Country 13 athletes
  • Wrestling 8 athletes
  • Tennis 3 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 406 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 268 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 47 athletes
  • Volleyball 35 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 30 athletes
  • Soccer 28 athletes
  • Tennis 27 athletes
  • Cross Country 25 athletes
  • Baseball 23 athletes
  • Basketball 20 athletes
  • Softball 13 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 11 athletes
  • Gymnastics 7 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 1 athletes
  • Football 1 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

1.5% Dropout Rate

Attendance

93% Attendance Rate
17.4% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

24 Providence Road, GRAFTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Grafton High School's grade rating?

Grafton High School has earned a grade of A-, ranked #85 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 24% 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 Grafton High School?

Approximately 905 students are enrolled at Grafton High School.

How does Grafton High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Grafton High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (59% proficient), Mathematics (52% proficient), Science (59% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Grafton High School offer?

Grafton High School offers 27 athletic programs (12 boys' sports, 15 girls' sports) with approximately 1,348 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Grafton High School?

Grafton High School has a excellent 95.6% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Grafton High School?

Grafton High School has an attendance rate of 93%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Grafton High School part of?

Grafton High School is part of Grafton 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.