Auburn High School is the only public high school in Auburn, Massachusetts, United States, a town approximately five miles south of Worcester. It has an enrollment of 722 students in grades 9-12 and 107 preschool attendees, as of the 2022–2023 school year.
Serving 815 students in grades 9-12, Auburn Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Auburn Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Auburn Senior High School's student population of 815 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1935
Colors
White, Blue, Grey
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Mascot
Rockets
School Rankings
Auburn Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburn Senior High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
74%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auburn Senior High School's ranking?
Auburn Senior High School is ranked #345 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Auburn Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Auburn Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Auburn Senior High School?
815 students attend Auburn Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Auburn Senior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Auburn Senior High School?
Auburn Senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Auburn Senior High School offer ?
Auburn Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Auburn Senior High School part of?
Auburn Senior High School is part of Auburn School District.
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