Braintree High School is a four-year public secondary school located in Braintree, Massachusetts. The school is part of the Braintree Public School district and is situated on the northwest side of Sunset Lake at 128 Town Street.
Serving 1,694 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Braintree High School's student population of 1,694 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,694 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1858
School Rankings
Braintree High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Braintree High School is 0.62, 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
#206 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
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
96%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
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 #206 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Braintree High School often compared to?
Braintree High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weymouth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Braintree High School?
1,694 students attend Braintree High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Braintree High School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% 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 16:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Braintree High School part of?
Braintree High School is part of Braintree School District.
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