New Bedford High vs Taunton High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 30 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New Bedford High
New Bedford · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,878 students
Taunton High
Taunton · Public high · Grades 8–12
2,877 students
| Measure | New Bedford High New Bedford, Massachusetts | Taunton High Taunton, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #282 of 300 | #261 of 300 |
| National rank | #14551 of 16,910 | #12328 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 2,878 | 2,877 |
| Enrollment | 2,878 | 2,877 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 34% |
| city | New Bedford | Taunton |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Taunton High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.4 vs 24.1).
- •Taunton High does better on math proficiency (34% vs 21%).
- •Taunton High does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 25%).
- •New Bedford High does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.6).
- •New Bedford High is the larger school with 2,878 students compared with 2,877.
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 New Bedford High better than Taunton High?
On the Success Index (US), Taunton High ranks higher (34.4 vs 24.1 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 New Bedford High and Taunton High?
About 30 km in a straight line, between New Bedford and Taunton in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
New Bedford High: 2,878. Taunton High: 2,877. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do New Bedford High and Taunton High rank in Massachusetts?
New Bedford High is 282nd of 300 and Taunton High is 261st of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).