Sandwich Middle High School is a public high school located in East Sandwich, Massachusetts, United States. The school serves the students of Sandwich, Massachusetts. Enrollment at the school is about 900 students in grades 7–12, and employs 85 faculty members.
Serving 888 students in grades 7-12, Sandwich Middle High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 888 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandwich High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of East Sandwich, MA, covering approximately 44.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandwich Middle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sandwich Middle High School's student population of 888 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
888 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1881
School Rankings
Sandwich Middle 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 Sandwich Middle High School is 0.27, 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
#287 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
85%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue, Sky Blue
School Mascot
Blue Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandwich Middle High School's ranking?
Sandwich Middle High School is ranked #287 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Sandwich Middle High School often compared to?
Sandwich Middle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnstable High School, Bourne High School, Falmouth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandwich Middle High School?
The graduation rate of Sandwich Middle High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sandwich Middle High School?
888 students attend Sandwich Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sandwich Middle High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandwich Middle High School?
Sandwich Middle High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sandwich Middle High School offer ?
Sandwich Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandwich Middle High School part of?
Sandwich Middle High School is part of Sandwich School District.
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