Salem High vs Shepherd Hill Regional High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 97 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Salem High
Salem · Public high · Grades 9–12
952 students
Shepherd Hill Regional High
Dudley · Public high · Grades 9–12
942 students
| Measure | Salem High Salem, Massachusetts | Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #193 of 300 | #159 of 300 |
| National rank | #5911 of 16,910 | #3760 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 952 | 942 |
| Enrollment | 952 | 942 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.8 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 63% |
| city | Salem | Dudley |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shepherd Hill Regional High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.2 vs 59.6).
- •Shepherd Hill Regional High does better on math proficiency (63% vs 47%).
- •Shepherd Hill Regional High does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 51%).
- •Salem High does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 14.5).
- •Salem High is the larger school with 952 students compared with 942.
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 Salem High better than Shepherd Hill Regional High?
On the Success Index (US), Shepherd Hill Regional High ranks higher (68.2 vs 59.6 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 Salem High and Shepherd Hill Regional High?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Salem and Dudley in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Salem High: 952. Shepherd Hill Regional High: 942. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Salem High and Shepherd Hill Regional High rank in Massachusetts?
Salem High is 193rd of 300 and Shepherd Hill Regional High is 159th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).