Sharon High School is a public high school serving the residents of the town of Sharon, Massachusetts, United States. It serves grades 9 to 12, and is a part of Sharon ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools district. The building is located at 181 Pond Street, less than a mile away from the town center.
Serving 1,132 students in grades 9-12, Sharon High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Sharon High School's student population of 1,132 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Sharon High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharon High School is 0.63, 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
#47 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
51%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sharon High School's ranking?
Sharon High School is ranked #47 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sharon High School?
The graduation rate of Sharon High School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sharon High School?
1,132 students attend Sharon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sharon High School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharon High School?
Sharon High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sharon High School offer ?
Sharon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sharon High School part of?
Sharon High School is part of Sharon School District.
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