Serving 1,408 students in grades 9-12, North Quincy High School ranks in the top 10% 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 68% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Quincy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Quincy High School's student population of 1,408 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Quincy High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Quincy High School is 0.59, which is less 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
#156 out of 1644 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
54%
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
4%
10%
White
34%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Quincy High School's ranking?
North Quincy High School is ranked #156 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are North Quincy High School often compared to?
North Quincy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quincy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Quincy High School?
The graduation rate of North Quincy High School is 97%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Quincy High School?
1,408 students attend North Quincy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of North Quincy High School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Quincy High School?
North Quincy High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Quincy High School offer ?
North Quincy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Quincy High School part of?
North Quincy High School is part of Quincy School District.
In what neighborhood is North Quincy High School located?
North Quincy High School is located in the North Quincy neighborhood of Quincy, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Quincy.
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