Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School is an agricultural and technical high school located in Hathorne section of Danvers, Massachusetts, United States.
Serving 1,830 students in grades 9-12, Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,830 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School's student population of 1,830 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,830 students
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Year Founded
2014
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School is 0.45, 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
#246 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School's ranking?
Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School is ranked #246 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School?
The graduation rate of Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School?
1,830 students attend Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School?
Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School offer ?
Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School part of?
Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School is part of Essex North Shore Agricultural And Technical School District.
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