Wellesley Sr High School

50 Rice Street
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 1%
Serving 1,412 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,412 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : 98% (Top 5% in MA)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 84% (Top 1%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 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:

School Overview

Wellesley Sr High School's student population of 1,412 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,412 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
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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 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#11 out of 1631 schools
(Top 1%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Wellesley Sr High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
84%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Wellesley Sr High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
83%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Wellesley Sr High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
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Hispanic
6%
24%
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Black
4%
10%
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White
69%
54%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Massachusetts.
0.50
This chart displays the diversity score of Wellesley Sr High School and the public school average diversity score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
98%
90%
This chart displays graduation rate of Wellesley Sr High School and public school graduation rate of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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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?
1,412 students attend Wellesley Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wellesley Sr High School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wellesley Sr High School?
Wellesley Sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,412 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : 98% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 1%
  • : 84% (Top 1%)
  • : 83% (Top 5%)
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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