Peabody Veterans Memorial High School, also known as Peabody High School, is a comprehensive and competitive public high school in Peabody, Massachusetts, United States. It is the only comprehensive public high school in the Peabody School District, spanning grades 9–12 in the U.S. education system.
Serving 1,333 students in grades 9-12, Peabody Veterans Memorial High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School's student population of 1,333 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 24, 2026
School Rankings
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#886 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
27%
26%
Black
8%
10%
White
61%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peabody Veterans Memorial High School's ranking?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School is ranked #886 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School is 87%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Peabody Veterans Memorial High School?
1,333 students attend Peabody Veterans Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peabody Veterans Memorial High School offer ?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peabody Veterans Memorial High School part of?
Peabody Veterans Memorial High School is part of Peabody School District.
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