C+ Top 61%

Gloucester High School

Grades 09-12 GLOUCESTER, MA

Improved 27 spots from last year

#212 State Rank
C- District Grade
32 Leslie O. Johnson Road, GLOUCESTER, MA 01930
Active Athletics 27 sports
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
776 Students
87.3% Attendance Rate
50.4 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

38% Proficient or Above
7% Advanced

Mathematics

42% Proficient or Above
7% Advanced

Science

37% Proficient or Above
9% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 38% 7%
2025 Mathematics 10 42% 7%
2025 Science 10 37% 9%
2024 English Language Arts 10 41% 11%
2024 Mathematics 10 46% 16%
2024 Science 10 37% 10%
2023 English Language Arts 10 45% 8%
2023 Mathematics 10 38% 7%
2023 Science 10 31% 7%
2022 English Language Arts 10 45% 3%
2022 Mathematics 10 41% 7%
2022 Science 10 38% 5%

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

776 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 76.3%
Hispanic 18%
Multiracial 2.4%
Black 1.2%
Asian 1.2%

Gender

52.7% Male
47% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 10.3%
Special Education 27.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 45.4%

Athletics Programs

27 sports programs with 1,070 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 60 athletes
  • Softball 37 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 33 athletes
  • Basketball 32 athletes
  • Baseball 30 athletes
  • Wrestling 27 athletes
  • Lacrosse 26 athletes
  • Volleyball 21 athletes
  • Golf 20 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 17 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 13 athletes
  • Tennis 4 athletes
  • Cross Country 1 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 321 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 214 athletes
  • Cross Country 36 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 31 athletes
  • Softball 29 athletes
  • Soccer 26 athletes
  • Tennis 19 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 19 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 18 athletes
  • Baseball 12 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 11 athletes
  • Gymnastics 11 athletes
  • Basketball 1 athletes
  • Golf 1 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

5.2% Dropout Rate

Attendance

87.3% Attendance Rate
41.3% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

32 Leslie O. Johnson Road, GLOUCESTER, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gloucester High School's grade rating?

Gloucester High School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #212 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 61% 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 Gloucester High School?

Approximately 776 students are enrolled at Gloucester High School.

How does Gloucester High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Gloucester High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (38% proficient), Mathematics (42% proficient), Science (37% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Gloucester High School offer?

Gloucester High School offers 27 athletic programs (13 boys' sports, 14 girls' sports) with approximately 1,070 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Gloucester High School?

Gloucester High School has a strong 90.1% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Gloucester High School?

Gloucester High School has an attendance rate of 87.3%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Gloucester High School part of?

Gloucester High School is part of Gloucester 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.