Serving 1,791 students in grades 9-12, Waltham Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,791 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waltham Sr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Waltham school district, covering an area of approximately 13.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waltham Sr High School's student population of 1,791 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 172 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,791 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
172 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Waltham Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waltham Sr High School is 0.61, 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
#720 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
53%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
32%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
81%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Waltham Sr High School's ranking?
Waltham Sr High School is ranked #720 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Waltham Sr High School often compared to?
Waltham Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watertown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waltham Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Waltham Sr High School is 81%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Waltham Sr High School?
1,791 students attend Waltham Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Waltham Sr High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waltham Sr High School?
Waltham Sr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waltham Sr High School offer ?
Waltham Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waltham Sr High School part of?
Waltham Sr High School is part of Waltham School District.
In what neighborhood is Waltham Sr High School located?
Waltham Sr High School is located in the Piety Corner Historic District neighborhood of Waltham, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Piety Corner Historic District.
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