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Somerville High School

Grades 09-12 SOMERVILLE, MA

Moved up 117 places from 2024 to 2025

#125 State Rank

B- District Grade

81 Highland Avenue, SOMERVILLE, MA 02143

High Grad Rate 95.5% Active Athletics 25 sports Diverse

Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026

1,367 Students

92.8% Attendance Rate

58.3 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

47% Meeting or exceeding expectations

13% exceeding expectations

2023 57% 57%

2024 55% 55%

2025 47% 47%

Mathematics

41% Meeting or exceeding expectations

11% exceeding expectations

2023 40% 40%

2024 39% 39%

2025 41% 41%

Science

47% Meeting or exceeding expectations

14% exceeding expectations

2023 45% 45%

2024 44% 44%

2025 47% 47%

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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
Year	Subject	Grade	Meeting+	Exceeding
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%

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

1,367 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 44.3%

White 35.3%

Black 10.4%

Asian 5%

Multiracial 4.8%

Gender

54.6% Male

44.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 17.6%

Special Education 17.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch 49%

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).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

2.4% Dropout Rate

Attendance

92.8% Attendance Rate

23.4% Chronic Absence

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Location

81 Highland Avenue, SOMERVILLE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Somerville High School's grade rating?

Somerville High School has earned a grade of B+, ranked #125 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 36% 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 Somerville High School?

Approximately 1,367 students are enrolled at Somerville High School.

How does Somerville High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Somerville High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (47% proficient), Mathematics (41% proficient), Science (47% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Somerville High School offer?

Somerville High School offers 25 athletic programs (13 boys' sports, 12 girls' sports) with approximately 1,566 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Somerville High School?

Somerville High School has a excellent 95.5% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Somerville High School?

Somerville High School has an attendance rate of 92.8%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Somerville High School part of?

Somerville High School is part of Somerville 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.