Serving 1,679 students in grades 9-12, Weymouth High School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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: 1,679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Weymouth High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of South Weymouth, MA, covering approximately 17.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weymouth High School's student population of 1,679 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,679 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1854
School Calendar
School Rankings
Weymouth 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 Weymouth High School is 0.55, 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
#797 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
65%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
89%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
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
6%
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 Weymouth High School's ranking?
Weymouth High School is ranked #797 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Weymouth High School often compared to?
Weymouth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Braintree High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weymouth High School?
The graduation rate of Weymouth High School is 89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Weymouth High School?
1,679 students attend Weymouth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Weymouth High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weymouth High School?
Weymouth High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Weymouth High School offer ?
Weymouth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Weymouth High School part of?
Weymouth High School is part of Weymouth School District.
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