Serving 1,669 students in grades 9-12, Needham High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Needham 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
School Overview
Needham High School's student population of 1,669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Needham High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Needham High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 1644 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
2%
10%
White
77%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Needham High School's ranking?
Needham High School is ranked #4 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Needham High School?
The graduation rate of Needham High School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Needham High School?
1,669 students attend Needham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Needham High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Needham High School?
Needham High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Needham High School offer ?
Needham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Needham High School part of?
Needham High School is part of Needham School District.
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