Wahconah Regional High School

Wahconah Regional High School is a high school in Dalton, Massachusetts, United States and is part of the Central Berkshire Regional School District. The school serves the towns of Becket, Cummington, Dalton, Hinsdale, Peru, Washington, and Windsor.
Serving 482 students in grades 9-12, Wahconah Regional High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 482 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wahconah Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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School Overview

Wahconah Regional High School's student population of 482 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Wahconah Regional High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wahconah Regional High School is 0.19, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#367 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
50-54%
42%
65-69%
44%
55-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
90%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wahconah Regional High School's ranking?
Wahconah Regional High School is ranked #367 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wahconah Regional High School often compared to?
Wahconah Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt Greylock Regional High School, Lenox Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wahconah Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Wahconah Regional High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wahconah Regional High School?
482 students attend Wahconah Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wahconah Regional High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wahconah Regional High School?
Wahconah Regional High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wahconah Regional High School offer ?
Wahconah Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wahconah Regional High School part of?
Wahconah Regional High School is part of Central Berkshire School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 482 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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