Serving 1,358 students in grades 9-12, Wellesley Sr 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 84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellesley Sr 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
Wellesley Sr High School's student population of 1,358 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wellesley Sr 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 Wellesley Sr High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 1631 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
66%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellesley Sr High School's ranking?
Wellesley Sr High School is ranked #11 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wellesley Sr High School often compared to?
Wellesley Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellesley Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Wellesley Sr High School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wellesley Sr High School?
1,358 students attend Wellesley Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Wellesley Sr High School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wellesley Sr High School?
Wellesley Sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wellesley Sr High School offer ?
Wellesley Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellesley Sr High School part of?
Wellesley Sr High School is part of Wellesley School District.
School Reviews
5 7/28/2014
Dear Sir/Madam:
We live in Needham, close to Wellesley. My grandson is a Chinese student. He hope to come to The U.S. and study in high school. I would be grateful if you could tell me your annual tuition and other information.
Best Regards
Charles Chen
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