Manchester Essex Regional High School is the public middle and high school for the towns of Essex and Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts, United States, with an approximate enrollment of 490 students in 6th to 12th grades and a total of 65 faculty members.
Serving 392 students in grades 9-12, Manchester Essex Regional High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher 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 4% 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: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manchester Essex Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Manchester Essex Regional High School's student population of 392 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Rankings
Manchester Essex Regional High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manchester Essex Regional High School is 0.08, 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
#62 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
2%
26%
Black
n/a
10%
White
96%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manchester Essex Regional High School's ranking?
Manchester Essex Regional High School is ranked #62 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Manchester Essex Regional High School often compared to?
Manchester Essex Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton-wenham Regional High School, Ipswich High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manchester Essex Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Manchester Essex Regional High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Manchester Essex Regional High School?
392 students attend Manchester Essex Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Manchester Essex Regional High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manchester Essex Regional High School?
Manchester Essex Regional High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Manchester Essex Regional High School offer ?
Manchester Essex Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manchester Essex Regional High School part of?
Manchester Essex Regional High School is part of Manchester Essex Regional School District.
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