Massachusetts High Schools Earn National Recognition
The Massachusetts Department of Education is celebrating the state’s impressive performance in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings of high schools across the nation. Massachusetts continues to stand out with a remarkable percentage of its high schools landing in the top tier of the rankings.
Massachusetts Dominates National Rankings
According to the report, Massachusetts boasts the highest number of high schools in the top 25% of the nation, with an impressive 43% of schools earning this distinction. This positions the state as a leader in educational excellence on a national scale.
Top Schools in Massachusetts
Leading the pack is the Boston Latin School, which has once again been recognized as the top high school in Massachusetts and ranked 46th nationally. The school reportedly has an outstanding graduation rate of 98%, with 94% of its students successfully passing at least one Advanced Placement (AP) exam.
Following closely, the Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School in Hadley ranks 96th nationally. Other notable mentions include:
| Rank | School Name | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Boston Latin School | Boston |
| 2 | Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School | Hadley |
| 3 | Lexington High School | Lexington |
| 4 | Sturgis Charter Public School | Hyannis |
| 5 | John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science | Roxbury |
Criteria for Ranking
The U.S. News rankings encompass nearly 18,000 schools nationwide, with college readiness being the primary factor evaluated. This metric is driven largely by students’ performances on Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate tests. Additional criteria included state-administered math, science, and reading assessments, as well as test scores among minority and low-income students, alongside graduation rates.
For a complete overview of the rankings, visit the U.S. News & World Report website to explore how Massachusetts schools have fared in comparison to their national counterparts.
