Summary:
The city of Haverhill, Massachusetts is home to 16 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population and demonstrate a range of academic performance.
Among the standout schools in Haverhill, Whittier Regional Vocational high school ranks 114th out of 349 Massachusetts high schools and boasts the highest graduation rate at 97.5% and the lowest dropout rate at 1.9%. At the elementary level, Tilton Elementary has the highest proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, with 51.28% of students proficient or better in Mathematics in 2023-2024. In contrast, Gateway Academy, an alternative high school, has the lowest performance on MCAS assessments, though it maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 7.5.
Overall, the Haverhill school district appears to be underperforming compared to state averages, with lower proficiency rates and lower statewide rankings for most of its schools. However, the data also highlights the success of the vocational and alternative schools in serving their students, as evidenced by higher graduation rates and more individualized attention. The wide range of performance among the elementary and middle schools in Haverhill suggests that factors beyond per-student spending and student-teacher ratios may be influencing academic outcomes in the district.
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