Serving 1,729 students in grades 9-12, Braintree High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Braintree High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Braintree High School's student population of 1,729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Braintree High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Braintree High School is 0.54, which is less 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
#311 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
7%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
6%
10%
White
64%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braintree High School's ranking?
Braintree High School is ranked #311 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Braintree High School?
The graduation rate of Braintree High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Braintree High School?
1,729 students attend Braintree High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Braintree High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Braintree High School?
Braintree High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Braintree High School offer ?
Braintree High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Braintree High School part of?
Braintree High School is part of Braintree School District.
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