Serving 1,097 students in grades 9-12, Stoughton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,097 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stoughton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Stoughton High School's student population of 1,097 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Mascot
Black Knight
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Stoughton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stoughton High School is 0.70, 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
#373 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
29%
10%
White
44%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Stoughton High School's ranking?
Stoughton High School is ranked #373 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Stoughton High School often compared to?
Stoughton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stoughton High School?
The graduation rate of Stoughton High School is 92%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stoughton High School?
1,097 students attend Stoughton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Stoughton High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stoughton High School?
Stoughton High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stoughton High School offer ?
Stoughton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stoughton High School part of?
Stoughton High School is part of Stoughton School District.
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