C+ Top 63%

Methuen High School

Grades 09-12 METHUEN, MA

Improved 35 spots from last year

#218 State Rank
C- District Grade
1 Ranger Road, METHUEN, MA 01844
High Grad Rate 95.3% Active Athletics 28 sports Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
1,841 Students
88.8% Attendance Rate
49.9 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

34% Proficient or Above
5% Advanced

Mathematics

26% Proficient or Above
3% Advanced

Science

38% Proficient or Above
7% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 34% 5%
2025 Mathematics 10 26% 3%
2025 Science 10 38% 7%
2024 English Language Arts 10 43% 7%
2024 Mathematics 10 32% 5%
2024 Science 10 42% 5%
2023 English Language Arts 10 48% 11%
2023 Mathematics 10 35% 4%
2023 Science 10 38% 9%
2022 English Language Arts 10 49% 4%
2022 Mathematics 10 37% 5%
2022 Science 10 45% 6%

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

1,841 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 51.9%
White 35.7%
Black 6.8%
Asian 3.9%
Multiracial 1.7%

Gender

52.7% Male
47% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 16.1%
Special Education 12.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 50.5%

Athletics Programs

28 sports programs with 1,820 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 121 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 71 athletes
  • Volleyball 61 athletes
  • Softball 51 athletes
  • Wrestling 46 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 46 athletes
  • Baseball 42 athletes
  • Lacrosse 36 athletes
  • Basketball 36 athletes
  • Rugby 27 athletes
  • Golf 21 athletes
  • Cross Country 20 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 6 athletes
  • Gymnastics 3 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 587 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 323 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 56 athletes
  • Volleyball 46 athletes
  • Soccer 35 athletes
  • Baseball 35 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 30 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 30 athletes
  • Softball 26 athletes
  • Cross Country 20 athletes
  • Fall Swim/Dive 15 athletes
  • Gymnastics 15 athletes
  • Basketball 8 athletes
  • Golf 7 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

1.8% Dropout Rate

Attendance

88.8% Attendance Rate
39.6% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

1 Ranger Road, METHUEN, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Methuen High School's grade rating?

Methuen High School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #218 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 63% 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 Methuen High School?

Approximately 1,841 students are enrolled at Methuen High School.

How does Methuen High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Methuen High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (34% proficient), Mathematics (26% proficient), Science (38% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Methuen High School offer?

Methuen High School offers 28 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 14 girls' sports) with approximately 1,820 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Methuen High School?

Methuen High School has a excellent 95.3% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Methuen High School?

Methuen High School has an attendance rate of 88.8%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Methuen High School part of?

Methuen High School is part of Methuen 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.