Serving 1,025 students in grades 9-12, Agawam 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 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,025 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Agawam High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Agawam school district, covering approximately 24.3 square miles. The area typically allows for a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Agawam High School's student population of 1,025 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,025 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Agawam High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agawam High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#502 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agawam High School's ranking?
Agawam High School is ranked #502 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Agawam High School often compared to?
Agawam High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Springfield High School, Westfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Agawam High School?
The graduation rate of Agawam High School is 88%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Agawam High School?
1,025 students attend Agawam High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Agawam High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Agawam High School?
Agawam High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Agawam High School offer ?
Agawam High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Agawam High School part of?
Agawam High School is part of Agawam School District.
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