Middleborough High School is a public high school located in Middleborough, Massachusetts, established in 1873. The school is located at 71 East Grove Street. Middleborough High has an approximate student enrollment of 850 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 827 students in grades 9-12, Middleborough 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 827 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middleborough High School's student population of 827 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
827 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1873
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
‘...to foster a culture of excellence within every student, in every classroom every day.’
School Rankings
Middleborough 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 Middleborough High School is 0.31, which is less 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
#677 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
83%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sachem
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middleborough High School's ranking?
Middleborough High School is ranked #677 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middleborough High School?
The graduation rate of Middleborough High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Middleborough High School?
827 students attend Middleborough High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Middleborough High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middleborough High School?
Middleborough High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Middleborough High School offer ?
Middleborough High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middleborough High School part of?
Middleborough High School is part of Middleborough School District.
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