C- Top 81%

Murdock High School

Grades 09-12 WINCHENDON, MA

Moved up 11 places from 2024 to 2025

#282 State Rank
F District Grade
3 Memorial Drive, WINCHENDON, MA 01475
Active Athletics 19 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
238 Students
89.6% Attendance Rate
44.1 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

39% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 43% 43%
2024 35% 35%
2025 39% 39%

Mathematics

24% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 32% 32%
2024 24% 24%
2025 24% 24%

Science

40% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 42% 42%
2024 45% 45%
2025 40% 40%
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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 39%2%
2025Mathematics10 24%2%
2025Science10 40%2%
2024English Language Arts10 35%—
2024Mathematics10 24%—
2024Science10 45%2%
2023English Language Arts10 43%1%
2023Mathematics10 32%1%
2023Science10 42%2%

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

238 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 76.5%
Hispanic 15.5%
Black 4.2%
Asian 1.7%
Multiracial 1.7%

Gender

60.9% Male
38.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 3.4%
Special Education 26.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 53.8%

Athletics Programs

19 sports programs with 494 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 41 athletes
  • Basketball 37 athletes
  • Baseball 25 athletes
  • Volleyball 20 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 15 athletes
  • Cross Country 10 athletes
  • Golf 5 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 5 athletes
  • Tennis 1 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 1 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 160 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 87 athletes
  • Softball 30 athletes
  • Cross Country 12 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 12 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 12 athletes
  • Baseball 10 athletes
  • Basketball 6 athletes
  • Football 5 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

14.3% Dropout Rate

Attendance

89.6% Attendance Rate
40.9% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

3 Memorial Drive, WINCHENDON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murdock High School's grade rating?

Murdock High School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #282 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 81% 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 Murdock High School?

Approximately 238 students are enrolled at Murdock High School.

How does Murdock High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Murdock High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (39% proficient), Mathematics (24% proficient), Science (40% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Murdock High School offer?

Murdock High School offers 19 athletic programs (10 boys' sports, 9 girls' sports) with approximately 494 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Murdock High School?

Murdock High School has a 80.4% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Murdock High School?

Murdock High School has an attendance rate of 89.6%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Murdock High School part of?

Murdock High School is part of Winchendon 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.