Athol High vs Ayer Shirley Regional High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 51 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athol High
Athol · Public high · Grades 9–12
417 students
Ayer Shirley Regional High School
Ayer · Public high · Grades 9–12
417 students
| Measure | Athol High Athol, Massachusetts | Ayer Shirley Regional High School Ayer, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #222 of 300 | #85 of 300 |
| National rank | #8525 of 16,910 | #1343 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 417 | 417 |
| Enrollment | 417 | 417 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 62% |
| city | Athol | Ayer |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ayer Shirley Regional High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 49.4).
- •Ayer Shirley Regional High School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Ayer Shirley Regional High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 47%).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Athol High better than Ayer Shirley Regional High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ayer Shirley Regional High School ranks higher (79.5 vs 49.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Athol High and Ayer Shirley Regional High School?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Athol and Ayer in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athol High: 417. Ayer Shirley Regional High School: 417. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athol High and Ayer Shirley Regional High School rank in Massachusetts?
Athol High is 222nd of 300 and Ayer Shirley Regional High School is 85th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).