Serving 1,751 students in grades 9-12, Waltham Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waltham Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waltham Sr High School's student population of 1,751 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waltham Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waltham Sr High School is 0.63, 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
#656 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
48%
24%
Black
9%
10%
White
37%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waltham Sr High School's ranking?
Waltham Sr High School is ranked #656 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Waltham Sr High School often compared to?
Waltham Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watertown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waltham Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Waltham Sr High School is 82%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waltham Sr High School?
1,751 students attend Waltham Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Waltham Sr High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waltham Sr High School?
Waltham Sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waltham Sr High School offer ?
Waltham Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waltham Sr High School part of?
Waltham Sr High School is part of Waltham School District.
In what neighborhood is Waltham Sr High School located?
Waltham Sr High School is located in the Piety Corner Historic District neighborhood of Waltham, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Piety Corner Historic District.
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