B- Top 51%

Norton High School

Grades 09-12 NORTON, MA

Improved 2 spots from last year

#176 State Rank
C District Grade
66 West Main Street, NORTON, MA 02766
685 Students
92.3% Attendance Rate
53.2 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

52% Proficient or Above
8% Advanced

Mathematics

34% Proficient or Above
5% Advanced

Science

44% Proficient or Above
8% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 52% 8%
2025 Mathematics 10 34% 5%
2025 Science 10 44% 8%
2024 English Language Arts 10 56% 9%
2024 Mathematics 10 49% 9%
2024 Science 10 53% 7%
2023 English Language Arts 10 62% 15%
2023 Mathematics 10 51% 7%
2023 Science 10 52% 14%
2022 English Language Arts 10 68% 9%
2022 Mathematics 10 50% 7%
2022 Science 10 58% 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

685 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 84.4%
Black 5.1%
Hispanic 4.1%
Multiracial 3.6%
Asian 2.5%

Gender

48.3% Male
51.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 1.8%
Special Education 19.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 22.9%

Athletics Programs

29 sports programs with 1,304 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 66 athletes
  • Volleyball 46 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 36 athletes
  • Basketball 35 athletes
  • Softball 32 athletes
  • Baseball 31 athletes
  • Rugby 18 athletes
  • Golf 18 athletes
  • Lacrosse 18 athletes
  • Cross Country 17 athletes
  • Wrestling 15 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 12 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 9 athletes
  • Tennis 3 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 356 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 296 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 48 athletes
  • Soccer 42 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 41 athletes
  • Volleyball 36 athletes
  • Softball 25 athletes
  • Baseball 21 athletes
  • Basketball 21 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 16 athletes
  • Tennis 15 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 15 athletes
  • Golf 9 athletes
  • Football 4 athletes
  • Rugby 3 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

4.1% Dropout Rate

Attendance

92.3% Attendance Rate
19.1% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

66 West Main Street, NORTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norton High School's letter grade?

Norton High School has earned a letter grade of B-, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts High schools.

What grades does Norton High School serve?

Norton High School serves students in grades 09 through 12.

Is Norton High School part of a school district?

Yes, Norton High School is part of Norton School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.

How are school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.

Does Norton High School offer AP courses?

For information about AP courses at Norton High School, please contact the school directly or visit their website.