Stoughton High School is a public high school the town of Stoughton, Massachusetts, United States. It serves students in grades 9 to 12 and is a part of Stoughton Public Schools. It has around an average of 300 students per grade level. It is located on 232 Pearl Street in Stoughton, Massachusetts.
Serving 1,118 students in grades 9-12, Stoughton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- 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 1,118 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Stoughton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 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 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#517 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
32%
10%
White
41%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Black Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stoughton High School's ranking?
Stoughton High School is ranked #517 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 91%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stoughton High School?
1,118 students attend Stoughton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Stoughton High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 11:1, 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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