B+ Top 39%

Somerville High School

Grades 09-12 SOMERVILLE, MA

Improved 97 spots from last year

#145 State Rank
B District Grade
81 Highland Avenue, SOMERVILLE, MA 02143
1,394 Students
70.6 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

47% Proficient or Above
13% Advanced

Mathematics

41% Proficient or Above
11% Advanced

Science

47% Proficient or Above
14% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 47% 13%
2025 Mathematics 10 41% 11%
2025 Science 10 47% 14%
2024 English Language Arts 10 55% 20%
2024 Mathematics 10 39% 8%
2024 Science 10 44% 11%
2023 English Language Arts 10 57% 18%
2023 Mathematics 10 40% 8%
2023 Science 10 45% 13%
2022 English Language Arts 10 58% 13%
2022 Mathematics 10 42% 12%
2022 Science 10 43% 9%

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

1,394 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 45.3%
White 34.8%
Black 10.2%
Asian 5.2%

Gender

53.4% Male
45.4% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 18.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch 52.7%

Athletics Programs

25 sports programs with 1,566 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Track-Outdoor 81 athletes
  • Softball 68 athletes
  • Volleyball 65 athletes
  • Football 52 athletes
  • Basketball 40 athletes
  • Baseball 32 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 29 athletes
  • Rugby 25 athletes
  • Lacrosse 22 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 18 athletes
  • Cross Country 15 athletes
  • Golf 12 athletes
  • Tennis 11 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 470 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 313 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 61 athletes
  • Soccer 46 athletes
  • Volleyball 45 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 43 athletes
  • Baseball 30 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 23 athletes
  • Softball 20 athletes
  • Tennis 18 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 14 athletes
  • Basketball 13 athletes

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

Location

81 Highland Avenue, SOMERVILLE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Somerville High School's letter grade?

Somerville High School has earned a letter grade of B+, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts High schools.

What grades does Somerville High School serve?

Somerville High School serves students in grades 09 through 12.

Is Somerville High School part of a school district?

Yes, Somerville High School is part of Somerville School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.

How are school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.

Does Somerville High School offer AP courses?

For information about AP courses at Somerville High School, please contact the school directly or visit their website.