Amesbury High School
Grades 09-12 AMESBURY, MA
Dropped 36 spots from last year
MCAS Test Scores
Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results
English Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Score Trends
| Year | Subject | Grade | Proficient+ | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 10 | 56% | 11% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 10 | 48% | 13% |
| 2025 | Science | 10 | 57% | 16% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 10 | 74% | 20% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 10 | 58% | 11% |
| 2024 | Science | 10 | 54% | 9% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 10 | 64% | 23% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 10 | 57% | 7% |
| 2023 | Science | 10 | 61% | 11% |
| 2022 | English Language Arts | 10 | 67% | 13% |
| 2022 | Mathematics | 10 | 61% | 6% |
| 2022 | Science | 10 | 61% | 9% |
MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.
Student Demographics
481 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
Student Programs
Athletics Programs
25 sports programs with 928 student athletes
Boys Sports
- Football 37 athletes
- Softball 36 athletes
- Track-Outdoor 35 athletes
- Baseball 30 athletes
- Volleyball 29 athletes
- Basketball 28 athletes
- Lacrosse 23 athletes
- Ice Hockey 20 athletes
- Golf 18 athletes
- Track-Indoor 11 athletes
- Cross Country 10 athletes
- Wrestling 3 athletes
- Field Hockey 1 athletes
Girls Sports
- Wrestling 281 athletes
- Unified Basketball 183 athletes
- Soccer 34 athletes
- Track-Outdoor 32 athletes
- Softball 24 athletes
- Track-Indoor 21 athletes
- Baseball 20 athletes
- Tennis 18 athletes
- Cross Country 18 athletes
- Basketball 10 athletes
- Ice Hockey 5 athletes
- Field Hockey 1 athletes
Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Graduation
Attendance
Advanced Placement
College Readiness
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Staffing
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amesbury High School's grade rating?
Amesbury High School has earned a grade of B+, ranked #109 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 31% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
How many students attend Amesbury High School?
Approximately 481 students are enrolled at Amesbury High School.
How does Amesbury High School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, Amesbury High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (56% proficient), Mathematics (48% proficient), Science (57% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What sports does Amesbury High School offer?
Amesbury High School offers 25 athletic programs (13 boys' sports, 12 girls' sports) with approximately 928 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).
What is the graduation rate at Amesbury High School?
Amesbury High School has a strong 93.1% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.
What is the attendance rate at Amesbury High School?
Amesbury High School has an attendance rate of 92.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is Amesbury High School part of?
Amesbury High School is part of Amesbury School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.
How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?
School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.