School Overview
New Bedford High School, located at 230 Hathaway Boulevard, is the flagship secondary institution for the New Bedford Public Schools district in Massachusetts. As a large, comprehensive high school, it serves a diverse student body from across the city, offering a broad spectrum of academic programs, extracurricular activities, and athletic opportunities. The school is housed in a sprawling, historic campus that functions as a central hub for the community, emphasizing a mission to prepare students for college, career, and civic engagement through a rigorous curriculum and a variety of support services.

Beyond its core academic offerings, New Bedford High School is known for its wide range of pathways, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical education programs, and various arts and humanities electives. The school strives to foster an inclusive environment that addresses the unique needs of its multicultural student population, while maintaining a strong commitment to school spirit and community involvement. By balancing tradition with modern educational standards, the school aims to equip its graduates with the essential skills and experiences necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global society.
2,898
Total Students
203.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for New Bedford High
Demographic Student Count
White921
Hispanic1,355
Black440
Asian16
Two or More148
American Indian10
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    1,355 (46.8 %)
  • White
    921 (31.8 %)
  • Black
    440 (15.2 %)
  • Two or More
    148 (5.1 %)
  • Asian
    16 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    10 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: New Bedford
Phone: (508)997-4511
Website: http://www.newbedfordschools.org/high.htm
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,898
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 203.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 755
Grade 10 825
Grade 11 670
Grade 12 648

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for New Bedford High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9755
Grade 10825
Grade 11670
Grade 12648
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for New Bedford High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,33145.9%
Male1,56253.9%
Not Specified50.2%