Serving 1,878 students in grades 9-12, Classical High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,878 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Classical High School's student population of 1,878 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Mascot
Classical Rams
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,878 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
School Rankings
Classical High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Classical High School is 0.47, 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
#1368 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
71%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
12%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Classical High School's ranking?
Classical High School is ranked #1368 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Classical High School often compared to?
Classical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynn English High School, Swampscott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Classical High School?
The graduation rate of Classical High School is 85%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Classical High School?
1,878 students attend Classical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Classical High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Classical High School?
Classical High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Classical High School offer ?
Classical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Classical High School part of?
Classical High School is part of Lynn School District.
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