For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,206 students in Medford, MA.
The top-ranked public high school in Medford, MA is Medford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Medford, MA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Massachusetts public high school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in Medford have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public high schools.
Medford, MA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Massachusetts average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Medford High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Massachusetts or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Medford, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Medford High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
489 Winthrop Street
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 393-2301
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 393-2301
Gr: 9-12 | 1,195 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
437 Main Street
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 393-2343
Medford, MA 02155
(781) 393-2343
Gr: 10-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Medford, MA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Medford, MA include Medford High School.
How many public high schools are located in Medford?
2 public high schools are located in Medford.
What is the racial composition of students in Medford?
Medford public high schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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