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Barnstable High Makes 'Best MA High Schools' Report

Barnstable High School was ranked in the top 100 public high schools in Massachusetts.

BARNSTABLE, MA — Barnstable High School was ranked 64th in the top 100 public high schools in Massachusetts, according to a new report.

The 2016 Best Public High Schools in Massachusetts survey was conducted by Niche, a school evaluation service. Lexington High School topped the list.

The rankings were based on factors like parent surveys, diversity, sports, and safety.

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Here’s how Barnstable stacked up:

  • Academics: A-
  • Health/safety: A-
  • Parent/student surveys: 4.3 out of 5
  • Culture/diversity: B
  • Teachers: A-
  • Facilities: A-
  • Extracurriculars: A
  • Sports: A

Sturgis Charter School in Barnstable also made the list, coming in at No. 18.

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