NORTH HIGH SCHOOL

North High is a public high school that is part of the Worcester school district, located in Worcester, MA with about 1,292 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 97 teachers, North High has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

North High School, located on Harrington Way in Worcester, Massachusetts, is a prominent secondary institution within the Worcester Public Schools district. As a large, comprehensive public high school, it serves a diverse student body from across the city, offering a broad academic curriculum that includes college-preparatory courses, Advanced Placement (AP) options, and various vocational pathways. The school is known for its modern facilities—which were part of a significant district-wide infrastructure investment—designed to support both rigorous classroom learning and a wide array of extracurricular activities, including robust athletic programs and student-led clubs.

The school emphasizes a commitment to fostering an inclusive community that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, career training, or military service. By leveraging its updated technological resources and a dedicated faculty, North High strives to meet the unique needs of its multicultural population, encouraging students to engage in both their academic growth and their local Worcester community. For families and students seeking specific details on enrollment, school policies, or current events, the school maintains an official presence through the Worcester Public Schools portal.

For more information, contact North High at (508) 799-3370 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

140 Harrington Way
Worcester, MA 01604
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NORTH HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Worcester, MA with about 1,292 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Worcester
Total Students:
1,292
Teachers:
97.05
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,292 students

Hispanic/Latino
48.1%
Black or African American
22.4%
White
18.4%
Asian
7.1%
Two or more races
3.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
48.6%
Male
51.4%

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.