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#411 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 23% in state

Belmont High

High School · Belmont

221 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478

Enrollment

1,462

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#411 of 1,793

In Belmont

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Belmont

Equity

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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7.7/10

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About Belmont High

Belmont High is a public high school in Belmont, MA, part of Belmont. Belmont High serves approximately 1,462 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Belmont High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #411 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Belmont High show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+37.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32 pts
Overall Proficiency84% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+26.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation52.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,090
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Belmont High — Students at Belmont High score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 91.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 93.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2017
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2023
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2024
Math
89%
ELA
90%
2025
Math
83%
ELA
84%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Belmont High Compares

See how Belmont High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in MA
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
30
15 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
82 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
52.1% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics30sports offered
15 boys'·15 girls'·64 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

221 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belmont High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Arlington High (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELMONT HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ARLINGTON SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Belmont, see our Belmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Winn Brook Belmont 0.3 mi 8.1
Roger E Wellington Belmont 0.3 mi 5.5
Mary Lee Burbank Belmont 0.5 mi 8.0
Winthrop L Chenery Middle Belmont 0.6 mi 7.2
FAYERWEATHER STREET SCHOOL Cambridge 0.7 mi 7.5
BELMONT HILL SCHOOL Belmont 1.1 mi 7.2
BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont 1.0 mi 7.5
Menotomy Preschool Arlington 1.3 mi 6.3
Brackett Arlington 1.3 mi 8.2
Haggerty Cambridge 1.4 mi 9.4
Daniel Butler Belmont 1.2 mi 7.8
Hardy Arlington 1.3 mi 8.9
Arlington High Arlington 1.6 mi 8.9
James Russell Lowell Watertown 1.5 mi 8.9
WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY Belmont 1.4 mi 5.5
ARLINGTON SCHOOL Belmont 1.3 mi 5.7
ARLINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Arlington 1.6 mi 5.3
Hosmer Watertown 1.8 mi 9.0
LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL Arlington 1.5 mi 6.7
Gibbs School Arlington 1.5 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02478 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$177,790

Median Home Value

$1,108,800

Median Rent

$2,382/mo

Population

26,966

College Educated

80.1%

Homeownership

64.4%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton, MA 7.8
Mansfield High Mansfield, MA 7.8
Blackstone Valley Upton, MA 7.5
Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical Canton, MA 7.5
Northeast Metro Regional Vocational Wakefield, MA 7.9
Shrewsbury High School Shrewsbury, MA 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belmont High

What grades does Belmont High serve?

Belmont High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Belmont High?

Belmont High has an enrollment of approximately 1,462 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belmont High?

The student-teacher ratio at Belmont High is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belmont High rank in MA?

Belmont High ranks #411 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Belmont High's MySchoolScout rating?

Belmont High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Belmont High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belmont High has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Belmont High a charter school?

No, Belmont High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belmont High a Title I school?

No, Belmont High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,462
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Belmont
District Enrollment
4,424
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,090
District Rank
#4 of 6

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