What Acton-Boxborough Regional High School does

Acton-Boxborough Regional High School (ABRHS) is a public secondary school serving grades 9-12 for residents of Acton and Boxborough, Massachusetts, operating as part of the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 71. The school delivers a comprehensive college-preparatory curriculum across nine academic departments (English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Language, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and Physical Education), supplemented by 37 interscholastic athletic teams and over 70 extracurricular clubs and activities. The Class of 2026 had 413 graduating seniors, and the school employs approximately 124 staff under Principal Joanie Dean and Superintendent Peter Burrello.

The school's technology infrastructure is built on a 1:1 Chromebook program providing district-issued devices to all students, with operational systems including PowerSchool for student information management, ParentSquare for family communications, SCOIR for college and career planning, and BusRight for real-time transportation tracking. Library services integrate Destiny Discover, Sora, ComicsPlus, and NoveList Plus, while LearningExpress Hub supports standardized test preparation. The school maintains WCAG 2.0-2.1 A/AA accessibility compliance under Section 504 and Title II of the Rehabilitation Act.

As a governmental entity, ABRHS is funded through municipal property taxes, state education aid, and federal grants, supplemented by participation-based fees including $365 per athletic sport per season (with a $1,200 annual family cap), a $50 annual activity fee, and a la carte nutrition sales. For the 2026-2027 school year, all students receive free breakfast and lunch. Community Education programs extend service offerings beyond the academic year through summer programs, extended day care, driver education, and facility rentals, registered via the CommunityPass platform.

Name

Acton-Boxborough Regional High School

Legal name

Acton-Boxborough Regional High School

Website

https://abrhs.abschools.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Acton-Boxborough Regional High School is a public secondary school serving grades 9-12 for residents of Acton and Boxborough, Massachusetts, delivering college-preparatory academics, 37 athletic teams, and 70+ extracurricular clubs to approximately 1,600-1,700 students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

Keywords

• Public secondary education
• High school academics
• Interscholastic athletics
• Student support services
• Community education programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Acton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: As a public high school within the Acton-Boxborough Regional School District, primary funding comes from municipal and state education budgets, local property taxes, and state aid. This covers core educational operations, staffing, and facilities.
2. Athletic User Fees: $365 basic fee per sport per athletic season; $275 additional fee for ice hockey and alpine ski; $1200 maximum annual family cap. Additional fees for academic teams ($75) and activity fees ($50/year) for club access.
3. Community Education Programs: Community Education division offers summer programs, extended day care, driver education, and facility rentals, generating revenue through course registrations and facility use fees.
4. Nutrition Services: Food services provided free to all students for 2026-2027 school year. A la carte menu items available for purchase. Revenue from prepaid meal accounts and a la carte sales.
5. e-Funds Online Payments: Online payment processing for student fees, athletic fees, and activities. District uses e-Funds for Schools platform with convenience fees ($1.00 per electronic check, 2.65% for credit/debit cards per $100).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Acton-Boxborough Regional High School is a public high school serving grades 9-12 for residents of Acton and Boxborough, Massachusetts. The school delivers comprehensive college-preparatory academics across nine departments, interscholastic athletics, counseling and college planning services, library resources, extracurricular clubs, summer school, community education programs, and student nutrition services.

Product overview

Acton-Boxborough Regional High School is a public high school offering a comprehensive educational program organized as a core academic platform supplemented by diverse student services. The main academic offerings span nine departments (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Language, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Physical Education) with courses ranging from standard to honors/accelerated levels. Supporting infrastructure includes a 1:1 Chromebook program, library services (Destiny Discover, Sora, ComicsPlus), and counseling services. Beyond academics, the school provides 37 interscholastic athletic teams, over 70 extracurricular clubs, a community service program, school radio station (WHAB), and school store (REV MARKET). The school also connects to parent communication (ParentSquare), student information systems (PowerSchool), and registration/payment platforms (CommunityPass, e-Funds). Community education, summer school, and Project Graduation extend services beyond the regular school year.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Core Academic Programs Comprehensive college-preparatory high school curriculum across nine academic departments (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, World Language, Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Physical Education) with course levels from standard to honors, AP courses, dual enrollment, and Seal of Biliteracy pathway. Delivered to enrolled grades 9-12 students.
• Interscholastic Athletics MIAA-affiliated athletic program offering 37 active teams across Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons including Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Soccer, Golf, Volleyball, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Wrestling, Swimming, Baseball, Lacrosse, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field, Alpine Skiing, and Gymnastics. Basic fee of $365 per sport per season with a $1,200 annual family cap.
• School Counseling Services Comprehensive counseling services including academic planning, post-secondary college and career planning via SCOIR, mental health and wellness support, transcript services, and student work permits. Available to all enrolled students and their families.
• Acton Boxborough Summer School Summer session programs including Summer P.E. courses and Mathematics independent study, offered through CommunityPass registration. Available to students seeking credit recovery, enrichment, or acceleration.
• Acton-Boxborough Community Education Lifelong learning programs for community members including Kids Summer Escapades, Summer Day Program (Grades 1-6), Extended Day, Driver Education, and facility rentals. Registration through CommunityPass.
• Nutrition Services School meal program providing one free breakfast and one free lunch daily to all enrolled students for the 2026-2027 school year, with a la carte items available for purchase. Menu management via My School Menus with gluten-free options.
• Extracurricular Clubs & Activities Over 70 student clubs and activities including academic teams, performing arts groups, cultural organizations, service clubs, and special interest groups. Requires $50 annual activity fee per student plus $75 additional for academic teams such as Academic Decathlon, Speech & Debate, Science Team, Math Team, and Envirothon.
• Community Service Program Student volunteer recognition program encouraging community service hours through annual events including Senior Community Service Day and Junior Class Raking Day, with award recognition levels and volunteer opportunity listings.
• Transportation Services School bus transportation serving enrolled students with real-time bus location tracking via BusRight app ('Where's the Bus?'). Includes bus routes, late bus service, and permanent bus pass management.

Quantifiable outcome

• 413 students graduated in Class of 2026
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration14 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Acton Food PantrycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Community partnership providing summer meal services for Acton-Boxborough students. Acton Food Pantry collaborates with the district to ensure food security for students during summer break when school meals are unavailable.
• Open Table in MaynardcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Community partnership providing summer meal services for Acton-Boxborough students. Open Table in Maynard helps distribute meals to food-insecure students during the summer months.
• AB Resource CentercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026School-family partnership connecting families with community resources including summer meal programs. The Resource Center provides support services to students and families in need.
• Acton Boxborough Cultural Council (ABCC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Local arts funding organization that awarded a grant to support the Orquesta de la Revolucion Latin American and Caribbean music ensemble. ABCC promotes cultural programming in the community.
• Mark Lawrence PhotographerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Professional photography studio providing senior portrait services at ABRHS. Sessions held at the school campus during designated dates for Class of 2027 portraits.
• Friends of the Acton LibrariesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit organization providing financial and volunteer support to ABRHS Library programs and resources.
• Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState athletic association governing high school sports in Massachusetts. ABRHS is a member school bound by MIAA rules and regulations including academic eligibility, bona fide team rules, and athletic policies.
• Massachusetts Department of Labor StandardscoreOthersState agency establishing youth employment guidelines that govern student work permits and job postings through the school.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Wellesley High School: Public high school in an affluent inner-suburban Massachusetts town with comparable demographics, academic rigor, extracurricular breadth, and a comparable-sized student body.
• Nashoba Regional High School: Regional public high school serving multiple central-Massachusetts towns, with a comparable regional-district governance structure, MIAA athletics, and comprehensive programming.
• Groton-Dunstable Regional High School: Regional public high school serving two Massachusetts towns with a comparable regional-district model, MIAA athletics, and a comparable scale of comprehensive programming.
• Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School: Regional public high school serving Lincoln and Sudbury, Massachusetts, with comparable suburban demographics, Dual County League athletics, and a similar college-preparatory focus; the closest direct comparator in size and mission.
• Weston High School: Public high school serving an affluent western-suburban Massachusetts community with similar demographics, comprehensive programming, and strong college-preparatory outcomes.
• Concord-Carlisle High School: Regional public high school in Concord and Carlisle, MA, with a comparable suburban, college-preparatory profile, DCL athletics, and similar comprehensive extracurricular breadth.
• Westborough High School: Massachusetts public high school of comparable size and academic scope, offering AP coursework, interscholastic athletics, and community-education-style enrichment programs.
• Wayland High School: Public high school in a comparable affluent western-MetroWest suburb, similar size, similar academic profile, and similar DCL/MIAA athletic footprint.
• Andover High School: Massachusetts public high school with a comprehensive college-preparatory program, large interscholastic athletics footprint, and similar student-support and counseling services.

Broad incumbents

• Brookline High School: Larger, established Massachusetts public high school offering comparable comprehensive programming and college-preparatory academics; serves as a broader incumbent benchmark for scale and breadth of offerings.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ABRevsAthletics
• Instagraminstagram.com/abrhslibrary
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/abrhs

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

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