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North Reading High School

Grades 09-12 NORTH READING, MA

Moved down 7 places from 2024 to 2025

#34 State Rank
A+ District Grade
189 Park Street, NORTH READING, MA 01864
High Grad Rate 98.7% Active Athletics 32 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
640 Students
95.4% Attendance Rate
70.2 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

72% Meeting or exceeding expectations

16% exceeding expectations

2023 83% 83%
2024 81% 81%
2025 72% 72%

Mathematics

74% Meeting or exceeding expectations

23% exceeding expectations

2023 79% 79%
2024 72% 72%
2025 74% 74%

Science

79% Meeting or exceeding expectations

22% exceeding expectations

2023 77% 77%
2024 83% 83%
2025 79% 79%
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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 72%16%
2025Mathematics10 74%23%
2025Science10 79%22%
2024English Language Arts10 81%25%
2024Mathematics10 72%22%
2024Science10 83%24%
2023English Language Arts10 83%25%
2023Mathematics10 79%22%
2023Science10 77%30%

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

640 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 84.1%
Asian 6.3%
Hispanic 5.5%
Multiracial 3.9%
Black 0.3%

Gender

48.8% Male
51.3% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 0.3%
Special Education 17.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch 12.7%

Athletics Programs

32 sports programs with 1,615 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Volleyball 75 athletes
  • Softball 57 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 54 athletes
  • Football 48 athletes
  • Baseball 47 athletes
  • Basketball 45 athletes
  • Lacrosse 41 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 26 athletes
  • Golf 20 athletes
  • Rugby 18 athletes
  • Cross Country 16 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 14 athletes
  • Wrestling 10 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 4 athletes
  • Field Hockey 4 athletes
  • Tennis 2 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 455 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 339 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 53 athletes
  • Soccer 47 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 42 athletes
  • Cross Country 37 athletes
  • Volleyball 31 athletes
  • Softball 27 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 25 athletes
  • Tennis 25 athletes
  • Baseball 23 athletes
  • Basketball 12 athletes
  • Gymnastics 10 athletes
  • Golf 5 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 2 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 1 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

0.7% Dropout Rate

Attendance

95.4% Attendance Rate
9.8% Chronic Absence

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Location

189 Park Street, NORTH READING, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Reading High School's grade rating?

North Reading High School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #34 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 10% 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 North Reading High School?

Approximately 640 students are enrolled at North Reading High School.

How does North Reading High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, North Reading High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (72% proficient), Mathematics (74% proficient), Science (79% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does North Reading High School offer?

North Reading High School offers 32 athletic programs (16 boys' sports, 16 girls' sports) with approximately 1,615 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at North Reading High School?

North Reading High School has a excellent 98.7% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at North Reading High School?

North Reading High School has an attendance rate of 95.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is North Reading High School part of?

North Reading High School is part of North Reading 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.