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Newburyport High School

Grades 09-12 NEWBURYPORT, MA

Moved up 12 places from 2024 to 2025

#53 State Rank
A- District Grade
241 High Street, NEWBURYPORT, MA 01950
High Grad Rate 98.9% Active Athletics 26 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
745 Students
95% Attendance Rate
67.1 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

70% Meeting or exceeding expectations

20% exceeding expectations

2023 72% 72%
2024 72% 72%
2025 70% 70%

Mathematics

56% Meeting or exceeding expectations

19% exceeding expectations

2023 71% 71%
2024 64% 64%
2025 56% 56%

Science

68% Meeting or exceeding expectations

20% exceeding expectations

2023 72% 72%
2024 63% 63%
2025 68% 68%
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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 70%20%
2025Mathematics10 56%19%
2025Science10 68%20%
2024English Language Arts10 72%16%
2024Mathematics10 64%14%
2024Science10 63%17%
2023English Language Arts10 72%21%
2023Mathematics10 71%10%
2023Science10 72%17%

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

745 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 91.5%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 1.6%
Multiracial 1.1%
Black 0.7%

Gender

48.1% Male
51.9% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 1.3%
Special Education 18%
Free/Reduced Lunch 10.7%

Athletics Programs

26 sports programs with 1,722 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 65 athletes
  • Softball 56 athletes
  • Volleyball 56 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 41 athletes
  • Baseball 40 athletes
  • Basketball 40 athletes
  • Lacrosse 37 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 32 athletes
  • Golf 24 athletes
  • Cross Country 24 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 23 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 13 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 451 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 410 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 65 athletes
  • Cross Country 48 athletes
  • Volleyball 44 athletes
  • Soccer 39 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 36 athletes
  • Tennis 36 athletes
  • Basketball 32 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 28 athletes
  • Baseball 26 athletes
  • Softball 25 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 16 athletes
  • Gymnastics 15 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

0.6% Dropout Rate

Attendance

95% Attendance Rate
8.4% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

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Location

241 High Street, NEWBURYPORT, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Newburyport High School's grade rating?

Newburyport High School has earned a grade of A, ranked #53 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 15% 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 Newburyport High School?

Approximately 745 students are enrolled at Newburyport High School.

How does Newburyport High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Newburyport High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (70% proficient), Mathematics (56% proficient), Science (68% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Newburyport High School offer?

Newburyport High School offers 26 athletic programs (12 boys' sports, 14 girls' sports) with approximately 1,722 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Newburyport High School?

Newburyport High School has a excellent 98.9% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Newburyport High School?

Newburyport High School has an attendance rate of 95%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Newburyport High School part of?

Newburyport High School is part of Newburyport 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.