Summary:
The Pittsfield area is home to 3 high schools that serve students in grades 9-12, providing a range of educational options for families. The data reveals notable differences in the performance and characteristics of these schools, with Pittsfield High standing out as the strongest performer among the group.
Pittsfield High is the highest-ranked school in the area, ranking 194th out of 349 Massachusetts high schools in 2024-2025 and earning a 2-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school consistently outperforms the Pittsfield district and state averages on MCAS test scores across multiple subjects and grade levels. In contrast, Taconic High has lower MCAS scores and a lower statewide ranking, suggesting a significant performance gap between the two schools.
The data also reveals the unique characteristics of Eagle Education Academy, the smallest high school in the area with only 30 students. Despite its small size, Eagle Education Academy has the highest spending per student at $37,122 and the lowest student-teacher ratio at 3.3, indicating a focus on providing a more personalized learning environment. Overall, the high schools in Pittsfield present a diverse range of options, with opportunities for improvement and further investigation into the factors contributing to the observed performance differences.
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