Shrewsbury High School is a public high school located in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, United States. It is the only public high school in the Shrewsbury Public Schools district. It is a large school offering a wide variety of electives and extracurricular activities.
Serving 1,879 students in grades 9-12, Shrewsbury High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,879 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shrewsbury High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Shrewsbury High School's student population of 1,879 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,879 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Shrewsbury High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shrewsbury High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#66 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
30%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
49%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colonial
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shrewsbury High School's ranking?
Shrewsbury High School is ranked #66 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Shrewsbury High School often compared to?
Shrewsbury High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westborough High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shrewsbury High School?
The graduation rate of Shrewsbury High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shrewsbury High School?
1,879 students attend Shrewsbury High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Shrewsbury High School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shrewsbury High School?
Shrewsbury High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shrewsbury High School offer ?
Shrewsbury High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shrewsbury High School part of?
Shrewsbury High School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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