Plymouth North High School, formerly known as Plymouth-Carver Regional High School, and known informally as Plymouth North or PNHS, is a public high school located in Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. Its students are residents of the town of Plymouth.
Serving 1,169 students in grades 9-12, Plymouth North High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 24% 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: 1,169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plymouth North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Plymouth North High School's student population of 1,169 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
White, Silver, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plymouth North High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plymouth North High School is 0.40, 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
#484 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
76%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plymouth North High School's ranking?
Plymouth North High School is ranked #484 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Plymouth North High School often compared to?
Plymouth North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plymouth North High School?
The graduation rate of Plymouth North High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Plymouth North High School?
1,169 students attend Plymouth North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Plymouth North High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plymouth North High School?
Plymouth North High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plymouth North High School offer ?
Plymouth North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plymouth North High School part of?
Plymouth North High School is part of Plymouth School District.
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