Serving 448 students in grades 9-12, Hamilton-wenham Regional 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton-wenham Regional 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
School Overview
Hamilton-wenham Regional High School's student population of 448 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Hamilton-wenham Regional High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton-wenham Regional High School is 0.21, 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
#35 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
89%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton-wenham Regional High School's ranking?
Hamilton-wenham Regional High School is ranked #35 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Hamilton-wenham Regional High School often compared to?
Hamilton-wenham Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly High School, Manchester Essex Regional High School, Masconomet Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamilton-wenham Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Hamilton-wenham Regional High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Hamilton-wenham Regional High School?
448 students attend Hamilton-wenham Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hamilton-wenham Regional High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton-wenham Regional High School?
Hamilton-wenham Regional High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hamilton-wenham Regional High School offer ?
Hamilton-wenham Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamilton-wenham Regional High School part of?
Hamilton-wenham Regional High School is part of Hamilton-Wenham School District.
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