Serving 1,779 students in grades 9-12, Wachusett Regional 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 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wachusett Regional 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
Wachusett Regional High School's student population of 1,779 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,779 students
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wachusett Regional 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 Wachusett Regional High School is 0.31, 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
#108 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
83%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Mountaineer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wachusett Regional High School's ranking?
Wachusett Regional High School is ranked #108 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wachusett Regional High School often compared to?
Wachusett Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton Senior High School, Tahanto Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wachusett Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Wachusett Regional High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Wachusett Regional High School?
1,779 students attend Wachusett Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wachusett Regional High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wachusett Regional High School?
Wachusett Regional High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wachusett Regional High School offer ?
Wachusett Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wachusett Regional High School part of?
Wachusett Regional High School is part of Wachusett School District.
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