C+ Top 67%

Taunton High School

Grades 08-12 TAUNTON, MA

Moved up 22 places from 2024 to 2025

#234 State Rank
C+ District Grade
50 Williams Street, TAUNTON, MA 02780
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
2,850 Students
90.9% Attendance Rate
49 Composite Score

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

31% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

31% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2.5% exceeding expectations

2023 35% 35%
2024 37.5% 37.5%
2025 31% 31%

Mathematics

18.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2.5% exceeding expectations

2023 22.5% 22.5%
2024 23% 23%
2025 18.5% 18.5%

Science

19% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 28% 28%
2024 30% 30%
2025 19% 19%
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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 31%4%
2025English Language Arts08 28%2%
2025English Language Arts10 34%3%
2025Mathematics08 11%1%
2025Mathematics10 26%4%
2025Science08 15%1%
2025Science10 23%3%
2024English Language Arts08 25%3%
2024English Language Arts10 50%8%
2024Mathematics08 9%1%
2024Mathematics10 37%7%
2024Science08 20%1%
2024Science10 40%6%
2023English Language Arts08 25%3%
2023English Language Arts10 45%7%
2023Mathematics08 11%1%
2023Mathematics10 34%2%
2023Science08 23%2%
2023Science10 33%5%

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

2,850 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 50.6%
Black 29.5%
Hispanic 13.2%
Multiracial 4.9%
Asian 1.2%

Gender

50.7% Male
49.3% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 12.3%
Special Education 17.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch 51.9%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

90.9% Attendance Rate
29% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

50 Williams Street, TAUNTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taunton High School's grade rating?

Taunton High School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #234 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 67% 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 Taunton High School?

Approximately 2,850 students are enrolled at Taunton High School.

How does Taunton High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Taunton High School's proficiency rates are: CIV (31% proficient), English Language Arts (31% proficient), Mathematics (18% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the graduation rate at Taunton High School?

Taunton High School has a strong 94.4% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Taunton High School?

Taunton High School has an attendance rate of 90.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Taunton High School part of?

Taunton High School is part of Taunton 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.