A Top 20%

Pentucket Regional Senior High School

Grades 09-12 WEST NEWBURY, MA

Dropped 1 spots from last year

#69 State Rank
B+ District Grade
24 Main Street, WEST NEWBURY, MA 01985
High Grad Rate 96.6% Active Athletics 29 sports
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
578 Students
92.9% Attendance Rate
64.7 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

74% Proficient or Above
15% Advanced

Mathematics

60% Proficient or Above
15% Advanced

Science

64% Proficient or Above
13% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 74% 15%
2025 Mathematics 10 60% 15%
2025 Science 10 64% 13%
2024 English Language Arts 10 76% 20%
2024 Mathematics 10 62% 12%
2024 Science 10 64% 3%
2023 English Language Arts 10 77% 19%
2023 Mathematics 10 61% 13%
2023 Science 10 56% 10%
2022 English Language Arts 10 73% 12%
2022 Mathematics 10 57% 16%
2022 Science 10 63% 11%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

578 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 88.2%
Hispanic 7.8%
Multiracial 2.4%
Asian 1.2%
Black 0.2%

Gender

50% Male
49.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 0.7%
Special Education 17%
Free/Reduced Lunch 16.4%

Athletics Programs

29 sports programs with 1,514 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 55 athletes
  • Volleyball 54 athletes
  • Softball 44 athletes
  • Baseball 42 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 40 athletes
  • Lacrosse 37 athletes
  • Wrestling 36 athletes
  • Basketball 34 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 25 athletes
  • Cross Country 24 athletes
  • Golf 19 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 17 athletes
  • Tennis 5 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 2 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 434 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 323 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 46 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 40 athletes
  • Cross Country 37 athletes
  • Soccer 36 athletes
  • Volleyball 29 athletes
  • Baseball 26 athletes
  • Softball 26 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 24 athletes
  • Basketball 19 athletes
  • Tennis 18 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 9 athletes
  • Gymnastics 7 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 6 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

2% Dropout Rate

Attendance

92.9% Attendance Rate
18.1% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

24 Main Street, WEST NEWBURY, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pentucket Regional Senior High School's grade rating?

Pentucket Regional Senior High School has earned a grade of A, ranked #69 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 20% 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 Pentucket Regional Senior High School?

Approximately 578 students are enrolled at Pentucket Regional Senior High School.

How does Pentucket Regional Senior High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Pentucket Regional Senior High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (74% proficient), Mathematics (60% proficient), Science (64% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Pentucket Regional Senior High School offer?

Pentucket Regional Senior High School offers 29 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 15 girls' sports) with approximately 1,514 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Pentucket Regional Senior High School?

Pentucket Regional Senior High School has a excellent 96.6% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Pentucket Regional Senior High School?

Pentucket Regional Senior High School has an attendance rate of 92.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Pentucket Regional Senior High School part of?

Pentucket Regional Senior High School is part of Pentucket 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.