Winchester High School is a comprehensive 9–12 high school located in Winchester, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1850, it moved into its current location in the spring of 1972.
Serving 1,372 students in grades 9-12, Winchester 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 87% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winchester 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
Winchester High School's student population of 1,372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Inclusion. Service. Innovation.
School Rankings
Winchester 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 Winchester High School is 0.51, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 1626 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
67%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winchester High School's ranking?
Winchester High School is ranked #3 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Winchester High School often compared to?
Winchester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lexington High School, Belmont High School, Arlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winchester High School?
The graduation rate of Winchester High School is 97%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Winchester High School?
1,372 students attend Winchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Winchester High School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winchester High School?
Winchester High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winchester High School offer ?
Winchester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winchester High School part of?
Winchester High School is part of Winchester School District.
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