Oliver Ames High School is a public high school in Easton, Massachusetts, United States. The school currently enrolls approximately 1200 students in grades 9 through 12 and is named after Oliver Ames, who was the 35th governor of Massachusetts.
Serving 1,076 students in grades 9-12, Oliver Ames 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 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 1,076 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Ames 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
Oliver Ames High School's student population of 1,076 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,076 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Black, Black/Orange
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Motto
Empower every student and educator to excel, innovate, and thrive.
School Rankings
Oliver Ames High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oliver Ames High School is 0.40, 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
#131 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
8%
10%
White
77%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Ames High School's ranking?
Oliver Ames High School is ranked #131 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Oliver Ames High School often compared to?
Oliver Ames High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mansfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oliver Ames High School?
The graduation rate of Oliver Ames High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Oliver Ames High School?
1,076 students attend Oliver Ames High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Oliver Ames High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oliver Ames High School?
Oliver Ames High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oliver Ames High School offer ?
Oliver Ames High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oliver Ames High School part of?
Oliver Ames High School is part of Easton School District.
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