Arlington High School is a public high school located in Arlington, Massachusetts. As of 2022, the school enrolled 1,483 students. In 2019, a town vote approved the phased construction of a new Arlington High School on the footprint of the existing campus. Site work began in 2020, with Phase 1 completed in 2023.
Serving 1,609 students in grades 9-12, Arlington High School ranks in the top 1% 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 85% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington 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
Arlington High School's student population of 1,609 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
1915
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Arlington High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington High School is 0.49, 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
#16 out of 1626 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
70%
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
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington High School's ranking?
Arlington High School is ranked #16 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Arlington High School often compared to?
Arlington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlington High School?
The graduation rate of Arlington High School is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Arlington High School?
1,609 students attend Arlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Arlington High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% 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 Arlington High School?
Arlington High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlington High School offer ?
Arlington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlington High School part of?
Arlington High School is part of Arlington School District.
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