Longmeadow High School is an American public high school located in Longmeadow, Massachusetts. Founded in 1956, it enrolls approximately 1,000 students. The school's mascot is a Lancer. It was ranked as the sixth best public school in Massachusetts in a 2011 report by Newsweek.
Serving 911 students in grades 9-12, Longmeadow High School ranks in the top 10% 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 76% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 28% 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: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longmeadow 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
Longmeadow High School's student population of 911 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
911 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
White, Black
School Calendar
School Mascot
Lancer
School Rankings
Longmeadow High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longmeadow High School is 0.46, 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
#83 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
72%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longmeadow High School's ranking?
Longmeadow High School is ranked #83 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Longmeadow High School often compared to?
Longmeadow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Longmeadow High School, Minnechaug Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Longmeadow High School?
The graduation rate of Longmeadow High School is 97%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Longmeadow High School?
911 students attend Longmeadow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Longmeadow High School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longmeadow High School?
Longmeadow High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Longmeadow High School offer ?
Longmeadow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Longmeadow High School part of?
Longmeadow High School is part of Longmeadow School District.
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