Taunton High School is located within a large, three-floor, interconnected, multi-block complex in the eastern section of Taunton, Massachusetts, United States. It is an urban public high school with an estimated average student enrollment of 3,000 students.
Serving 2,690 students in grades 8-12, Taunton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taunton High School's student population of 2,690 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 168 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
168 teachers
Year Founded
1849
Colors
Black, Black/Orange
School Rankings
Taunton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taunton High School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1173 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
24%
10%
White
55%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taunton High School's ranking?
Taunton High School is ranked #1173 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Taunton High School often compared to?
Taunton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taunton High School?
The graduation rate of Taunton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Taunton High School?
2,690 students attend Taunton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Taunton High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taunton High School?
Taunton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Taunton High School offer ?
Taunton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Taunton High School part of?
Taunton High School is part of Taunton School District.
School Reviews
5 3/20/2011
Taunton High offers something for everyone. I know of many students who are successful in college and in life because of the opportunites this school has given. The teachers care about every student.
2 3/30/2010
Like many public schools there is too much emphasis on conformity and teachers act more like babysitters for teens rather than guides to a productive adult life. Even for those who receive good teaching from well intentioned staff, without knowing your options of how to apply knowledge after highschool Taunton is a deadend for even the brightest.
5 11/30/2009
This school is amazing. It's band program is exception and the student involvement is top of the line. The slogan: "A Connected Student is a Better Student" is extremely true.
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