SCITUATE HIGH SCHOOL
Scituate High School is a public high school that is part of the Scituate school district, located in Scituate, MA with about 921 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 64 teachers, Scituate High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Scituate High School, located on the South Shore of Massachusetts, serves as the primary public secondary institution for the town of Scituate. The school is known for fostering a comprehensive learning environment that balances rigorous academic preparation with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. Its curriculum is designed to challenge students through a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, elective offerings, and vocational-technical pathways, all aimed at preparing students for post-secondary success in college and professional careers.
Beyond the classroom, Scituate High School places a strong emphasis on community involvement and student development through its robust athletic programs, performing arts, and diverse student clubs. The school culture is anchored in the "Sailor" spirit, which promotes inclusivity, school pride, and civic responsibility. By leveraging its coastal location and strong ties to the local community, the school strives to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage critically with their studies while developing the personal skills necessary to become well-rounded, contributing members of society.
For more information, contact Scituate High School at (781) 545-8750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Scituate, MA 02066
(781) 545-8750
SCITUATE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Scituate, MA with about 921 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Massachusetts
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Scituate
- Total Students:
- 921
- Teachers:
- 64.97
- NSLP Status:1
- Missing
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 921 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SCITUATE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.
- White
- 94.0%
- Black or African American
- 2.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.5%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.7%
- Female
- 52.3%
- Male
- 47.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.