B Top 45%

Nantucket High School

Grades 09-12 NANTUCKET, MA

Improved 16 spots from last year

#157 State Rank
C+ District Grade
10 Surfside Road, NANTUCKET, MA 02554
High Grad Rate 96.9% Active Athletics 25 sports Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
596 Students
91.6% Attendance Rate
54.6 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

64% Proficient or Above
11% Advanced

Mathematics

37% Proficient or Above
5% Advanced

Science

45% Proficient or Above
8% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 64% 11%
2025 Mathematics 10 37% 5%
2025 Science 10 45% 8%
2024 English Language Arts 10 68% 19%
2024 Mathematics 10 50% 11%
2024 Science 10 55% 14%
2023 English Language Arts 10 61% 18%
2023 Mathematics 10 49% 3%
2023 Science 10 56% 16%
2022 English Language Arts 10 68% 6%
2022 Mathematics 10 40% 4%
2022 Science 10 50% 10%

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

596 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 43.8%
Hispanic 39.8%
Black 10.1%
Multiracial 4.2%
Asian 2%

Gender

51.3% Male
48.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 13.9%
Special Education 13.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch 28.9%

Athletics Programs

25 sports programs with 1,090 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 67 athletes
  • Softball 47 athletes
  • Basketball 45 athletes
  • Baseball 32 athletes
  • Golf 26 athletes
  • Lacrosse 22 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 19 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 15 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 10 athletes
  • Cross Country 9 athletes
  • Tennis 8 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 300 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 245 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 40 athletes
  • Cross Country 32 athletes
  • Volleyball 31 athletes
  • Soccer 31 athletes
  • Baseball 25 athletes
  • Softball 20 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 17 athletes
  • Gymnastics 17 athletes
  • Tennis 17 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 12 athletes
  • Football 2 athletes
  • Field Hockey 1 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

3.1% Dropout Rate

Attendance

91.6% Attendance Rate
25% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

10 Surfside Road, NANTUCKET, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nantucket High School's grade rating?

Nantucket High School has earned a grade of B, ranked #157 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 45% 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 Nantucket High School?

Approximately 596 students are enrolled at Nantucket High School.

How does Nantucket High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Nantucket High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (64% proficient), Mathematics (37% proficient), Science (45% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Nantucket High School offer?

Nantucket High School offers 25 athletic programs (11 boys' sports, 14 girls' sports) with approximately 1,090 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Nantucket High School?

Nantucket High School has a excellent 96.9% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Nantucket High School?

Nantucket High School has an attendance rate of 91.6%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Nantucket High School part of?

Nantucket High School is part of Nantucket 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.