C Top 80%

John G Whittier School

Grades 05-08 HAVERHILL, MA

Moved up 18 places from 2024 to 2025

#281 State Rank
C District Grade
256 Concord Street, HAVERHILL, MA 01830
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
469 Students
93.4% Attendance Rate
33.8 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.

CIV

23% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

27% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 30.5% 30.5%
2024 23% 23%
2025 27% 27%

Mathematics

22.8% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1.8% exceeding expectations

2023 19.5% 19.5%
2024 21.8% 21.8%
2025 22.8% 22.8%

Science

35% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4.5% exceeding expectations

2023 36.5% 36.5%
2024 38.5% 38.5%
2025 35% 35%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 23%2%
2025English Language Arts05 25%1%
2025English Language Arts06 36%4%
2025English Language Arts07 21%—
2025English Language Arts08 26%4%
2025Mathematics05 21%1%
2025Mathematics06 26%2%
2025Mathematics07 18%1%
2025Mathematics08 26%3%
2025Science05 37%5%
2025Science08 33%4%
2024English Language Arts05 22%—
2024English Language Arts06 21%3%
2024English Language Arts07 19%2%
2024English Language Arts08 30%4%
2024Mathematics05 24%1%
2024Mathematics06 17%1%
2024Mathematics07 21%1%
2024Mathematics08 25%2%
2024Science05 40%5%
2024Science08 37%2%
2023English Language Arts05 28%—
2023English Language Arts06 23%3%
2023English Language Arts07 30%4%
2023English Language Arts08 41%7%
2023Mathematics05 18%—
2023Mathematics06 17%1%
2023Mathematics07 19%2%
2023Mathematics08 24%4%
2023Science05 30%2%
2023Science08 43%4%

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

469 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 50.5%
White 36.2%
Black 9.2%
Multiracial 3%
Asian 1.1%

Gender

52.2% Male
47.8% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 9.2%
Special Education 18.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 61.6%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.4% Attendance Rate
20.7% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

256 Concord Street, HAVERHILL, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is John G Whittier School's grade rating?

John G Whittier School has earned a grade of C, ranked #281 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 80% 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 John G Whittier School?

Approximately 469 students are enrolled at John G Whittier School.

How does John G Whittier School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, John G Whittier School's proficiency rates are: CIV (23% proficient), English Language Arts (27% proficient), Mathematics (23% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at John G Whittier School?

John G Whittier School has an attendance rate of 93.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is John G Whittier School part of?

John G Whittier School is part of Haverhill 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.