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Duxbury High School

Grades 09-12 DUXBURY, MA

Moved up 40 places from 2024 to 2025

#9 State Rank
A+ District Grade
71 Alden Street, DUXBURY, MA 02332
High Grad Rate 99.5% Active Athletics 33 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
778 Students
95.7% Attendance Rate
76.3 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

84% Meeting or exceeding expectations

16% exceeding expectations

2023 88% 88%
2024 79% 79%
2025 84% 84%

Mathematics

90% Meeting or exceeding expectations

27% exceeding expectations

2023 86% 86%
2024 77% 77%
2025 90% 90%

Science

78% Meeting or exceeding expectations

13% exceeding expectations

2023 82% 82%
2024 72% 72%
2025 78% 78%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 84%16%
2025Mathematics10 90%27%
2025Science10 78%13%
2024English Language Arts10 79%26%
2024Mathematics10 77%21%
2024Science10 72%15%
2023English Language Arts10 88%30%
2023Mathematics10 86%23%
2023Science10 82%28%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

778 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 91.9%
Hispanic 3.3%
Multiracial 3.2%
Asian 1%
Black 0.3%

Gender

51.9% Male
47.9% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 0%
Special Education 15.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch 7.8%

Athletics Programs

33 sports programs with 2,014 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 95 athletes
  • Lacrosse 73 athletes
  • Softball 57 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 55 athletes
  • Baseball 45 athletes
  • Basketball 44 athletes
  • Volleyball 37 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 33 athletes
  • Wrestling 28 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 24 athletes
  • Cross Country 22 athletes
  • Golf 20 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 19 athletes
  • Tennis 18 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 570 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 437 athletes
  • Soccer 51 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 48 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 42 athletes
  • Gymnastics 42 athletes
  • Volleyball 42 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 36 athletes
  • Cross Country 35 athletes
  • Baseball 27 athletes
  • Football 22 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 20 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 18 athletes
  • Tennis 17 athletes
  • Basketball 16 athletes
  • Softball 16 athletes
  • Golf 3 athletes
  • Rugby 1 athletes
  • Field Hockey 1 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

Attendance

95.7% Attendance Rate
7% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

71 Alden Street, DUXBURY, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Duxbury High School's grade rating?

Duxbury High School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #9 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 2% 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 Duxbury High School?

Approximately 778 students are enrolled at Duxbury High School.

How does Duxbury High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Duxbury High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (84% proficient), Mathematics (90% proficient), Science (78% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Duxbury High School offer?

Duxbury High School offers 33 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 19 girls' sports) with approximately 2,014 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Duxbury High School?

Duxbury High School has a excellent 99.5% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Duxbury High School?

Duxbury High School has an attendance rate of 95.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Duxbury High School part of?

Duxbury High School is part of Duxbury 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.