Serving 1,228 students in grades 9-12, Woburn 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 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woburn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Woburn High School's student population of 1,228 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Bull
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1852
School Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Woburn High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woburn High School is 0.57, 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
#527 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
10%
10%
White
62%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Woburn High School's ranking?
Woburn High School is ranked #527 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woburn High School?
The graduation rate of Woburn High School is 94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Woburn High School?
1,228 students attend Woburn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Woburn High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woburn High School?
Woburn High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Woburn High School offer ?
Woburn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woburn High School part of?
Woburn High School is part of Woburn School District.
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