Douglas High School is a public high school in Douglas, Massachusetts, United States serving 324 students in grades 9-12 in the Douglas School District.
Serving 267 students in grades 9-12, Douglas High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Douglas High School's student population of 267 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Douglas High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
87%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas High School's ranking?
Douglas High School is ranked #398 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Douglas High School often compared to?
Douglas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like David Prouty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglas High School?
The graduation rate of Douglas High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Douglas High School?
267 students attend Douglas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Douglas High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas High School?
Douglas High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas High School offer ?
Douglas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Douglas High School part of?
Douglas High School is part of Douglas School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas High School located?
Douglas High School is located in the East Douglas neighborhood of Douglas, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Douglas.
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