Northampton High School

380 Elm Street
Northampton, MA 01060
10/
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Top 10%
Northampton High School is a four-year secondary school located in the city of Northampton, Massachusetts, United States.
Serving 875 students in grades 9-12, Northampton High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (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 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 875 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : 95% (Top 50% in MA)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northampton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Northampton High School's student population of 875 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
875 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Northampton High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northampton High School is 0.49, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#144 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
68%
42%
70-74%
44%
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
70%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.49
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Northampton School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: The Blue Devil

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northampton High School's ranking?
Northampton High School is ranked #144 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Northampton High School often compared to?
Northampton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amherst Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% 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 Northampton High School?
The graduation rate of Northampton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Northampton High School?
875 students attend Northampton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Northampton High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northampton High School?
Northampton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northampton High School offer ?
Northampton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northampton High School part of?
Northampton High School is part of Northampton School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
I am planning on three graduations in the area - I need to know what the dates of graduation are for Northampton High School, Smith Vocational School and Franklin Tech school in Greenfield. I can not find anything on the web and I will need to start planning early.
- Posted by Parent - belle

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 875 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 30%
  • : 95% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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