Serving 2,087 students in grades 9-12, Brookline High School ranks in the top 5% 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 79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,087 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookline 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
Diversity
School Overview
Brookline High School's student population of 2,087 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 192 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,087 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
192 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brookline High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookline High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#50 out of 1644 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
13%
23%
Black
7%
10%
White
54%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookline High School's ranking?
Brookline High School is ranked #50 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brookline High School?
The graduation rate of Brookline High School is 97%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brookline High School?
2,087 students attend Brookline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Brookline High School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brookline High School?
Brookline High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brookline High School offer ?
Brookline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brookline High School part of?
Brookline High School is part of Brookline School District.
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