C+ Top 65%

B.M.C. Durfee High School

Grades 09-12 FALL RIVER, MA

Improved 98 spots from last year

#225 State Rank
C- District Grade
460 Elsbree Street, FALL RIVER, MA 02720
Active Athletics 29 sports Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
2,642 Students
87.5% Attendance Rate
49.2 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

36% Proficient or Above
4% Advanced

Mathematics

19% Proficient or Above
2% Advanced

Science

20% Proficient or Above
3% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 36% 4%
2025 Mathematics 10 19% 2%
2025 Science 10 20% 3%
2024 English Language Arts 10 32% 3%
2024 Mathematics 10 15% 2%
2024 Science 10 18% 3%
2023 English Language Arts 10 41% 8%
2023 Mathematics 10 23% 3%
2023 Science 10 24% 4%
2022 English Language Arts 10 37% 4%
2022 Mathematics 10 26% 3%
2022 Science 10 26% 3%

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

2,642 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 41.5%
Hispanic 32.7%
Black 14.1%
Multiracial 8%
Asian 3.4%

Gender

48.7% Male
51.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 25.4%
Special Education 19.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 72.4%

Athletics Programs

29 sports programs with 1,452 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 75 athletes
  • Softball 64 athletes
  • Volleyball 49 athletes
  • Baseball 42 athletes
  • Basketball 38 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 28 athletes
  • Rugby 28 athletes
  • Wrestling 23 athletes
  • Cross Country 14 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 14 athletes
  • Golf 12 athletes
  • Tennis 12 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 5 athletes
  • Field Hockey 2 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 406 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 320 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 73 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 41 athletes
  • Volleyball 39 athletes
  • Soccer 35 athletes
  • Cross Country 31 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 30 athletes
  • Baseball 26 athletes
  • Softball 18 athletes
  • Tennis 14 athletes
  • Rugby 5 athletes
  • Basketball 5 athletes
  • Gymnastics 2 athletes
  • Field Hockey 1 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

12% Dropout Rate

Attendance

87.5% Attendance Rate
44.5% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

460 Elsbree Street, FALL RIVER, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is B.M.C. Durfee High School's grade rating?

B.M.C. Durfee High School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #225 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 65% 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 B.M.C. Durfee High School?

Approximately 2,642 students are enrolled at B.M.C. Durfee High School.

How does B.M.C. Durfee High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, B.M.C. Durfee High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (36% proficient), Mathematics (19% proficient), Science (20% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does B.M.C. Durfee High School offer?

B.M.C. Durfee High School offers 29 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 15 girls' sports) with approximately 1,452 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at B.M.C. Durfee High School?

B.M.C. Durfee High School has a 82.1% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at B.M.C. Durfee High School?

B.M.C. Durfee High School has an attendance rate of 87.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is B.M.C. Durfee High School part of?

B.M.C. Durfee High School is part of Fall River 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.