Serving 2,890 students in grades 9-12, New Bedford 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 13% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Bedford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Bedford High School's student population of 2,890 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 191 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
191 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Bedford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Bedford High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1432 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
45%
23%
Black
15%
10%
White
33%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Bedford High School's ranking?
New Bedford High School is ranked #1432 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are New Bedford High School often compared to?
New Bedford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Bedford High School?
The graduation rate of New Bedford High School is 90%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Bedford High School?
2,890 students attend New Bedford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of New Bedford High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Bedford High School?
New Bedford High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Bedford High School offer ?
New Bedford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Bedford High School part of?
New Bedford High School is part of New Bedford School District.
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