Serving 917 students in grades 9-12, Walpole 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 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Walpole High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Walpole school district, covering approximately 21.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walpole High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Walpole High School's student population of 917 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
917 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1870
School Rankings
Walpole 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 Walpole High School is 0.42, 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
#141 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walpole High School's ranking?
Walpole High School is ranked #141 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Walpole High School often compared to?
Walpole High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walpole High School?
The graduation rate of Walpole High School is 94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Walpole High School?
917 students attend Walpole High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Walpole High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walpole High School?
Walpole High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walpole High School offer ?
Walpole High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walpole High School part of?
Walpole High School is part of Walpole School District.
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