North Brookfield High School is a public high school in North Brookfield, Massachusetts, United States. The school serves the residents of North Brookfield exclusively, making it one of the smallest high schools in the region. Recently, a new building was built next to the old one.
Serving 133 students in grades 7-12, North Brookfield 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Brookfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Brookfield High School's student population of 133 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1857
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
North Brookfield 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 North Brookfield High School is 0.33, 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
#1340 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
81%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Brookfield High School's ranking?
North Brookfield High School is ranked #1340 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are North Brookfield High School often compared to?
North Brookfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Athol High School, Sutton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Brookfield High School?
The graduation rate of North Brookfield High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Brookfield High School?
133 students attend North Brookfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Brookfield High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Brookfield High School?
North Brookfield High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Brookfield High School offer ?
North Brookfield High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Brookfield High School part of?
North Brookfield High School is part of North Brookfield School District.
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