Serving 1,262 students in grades 9-12, Wellesley Sr High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Wellesley Sr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Wellesley Hills, MA, covering approximately 10.5 square miles. Generally, families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellesley Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wellesley Sr High School's student population of 1,262 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,262 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1938
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning • Caring • Innovating
School Rankings
Wellesley Sr High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wellesley Sr High School is 0.56, 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
#8 out of 1626 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
19%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
97%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellesley Sr High School's ranking?
Wellesley Sr High School is ranked #8 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wellesley Sr High School often compared to?
Wellesley Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wellesley Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Wellesley Sr High School is 97%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Wellesley Sr High School?
1,262 students attend Wellesley Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Wellesley Sr High School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellesley Sr High School?
Wellesley Sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wellesley Sr High School offer ?
Wellesley Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wellesley Sr High School part of?
Wellesley Sr High School is part of Wellesley School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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