Brookline High School is a four-year public high school in Brookline, Massachusetts. It is a part of Public Schools of Brookline. As of the 2023–24 school year, 2117 students were enrolled in the high school, served by 191.8 teachers, the student to teacher ratio was approximately 10.9 to 1.
Serving 2,181 students in grades 9-12, Brookline 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 83% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Brookline High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Brookline, MA school district, covering approximately 6.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living about 1.5 miles away from the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 2.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookline 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
Brookline High School's student population of 2,181 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 184 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
2,181 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
184 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1843
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brookline 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 Brookline High School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
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)9.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Warrior, Sparta
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookline High School's ranking?
Brookline High School is ranked #18 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brookline High School?
The graduation rate of Brookline High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Brookline High School?
2,181 students attend Brookline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Brookline High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookline High School?
Brookline High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brookline High School offer ?
Brookline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Brookline High School part of?
Brookline High School is part of Brookline School District.
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