Serving 1,364 students in grades 9-12, Belmont High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belmont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Belmont High School's student population of 1,364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belmont High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 1631 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
7%
Hispanic
6%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
61%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
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 Belmont High School's ranking?
Belmont High School is ranked #14 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Belmont High School often compared to?
Belmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington High School, Lexington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belmont High School?
The graduation rate of Belmont High School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Belmont High School?
1,364 students attend Belmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Belmont High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belmont High School?
Belmont High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belmont High School offer ?
Belmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Belmont High School part of?
Belmont High School is part of Belmont School District.
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