Nauset Regional High School is an NEASC accredited high school located in Eastham, Massachusetts, United States and a part of Nauset Public Schools. Nauset is inside the Cape Cod National Seashore, making it the only high school on the East Coast located within a National Park.
Serving 737 students in grades 9-12, Nauset Regional High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nauset Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Nauset Regional High School's student population of 737 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
737 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nauset Regional High 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 Nauset Regional High School is 0.35, 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
#177 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
80%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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: Warrior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nauset Regional High School's ranking?
Nauset Regional High School is ranked #177 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Nauset Regional High School often compared to?
Nauset Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnstable High School, Arlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nauset Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Nauset Regional High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nauset Regional High School?
737 students attend Nauset Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Nauset Regional High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nauset Regional High School?
Nauset Regional High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nauset Regional High School offer ?
Nauset Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nauset Regional High School part of?
Nauset Regional High School is part of Nauset School District.
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