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Medway High

High School · Medway

88 Summer Street, Medway, MA 02053

Enrollment

607

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#737 of 1,793

In Medway

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Medway

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Medway High

6.7/10

High School in Medway · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

John D Mc Govern Elementary

6.4/10

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7.4/10

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About Medway High

Medway High is a public high school in Medway, MA, part of Medway. Medway High serves approximately 607 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Medway High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #737 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Medway High show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
College Readiness9.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation42%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,213
Chronic Absenteeism19.9%

Medway High — Students at Medway High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 86.4% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
86.5%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
81%
ELA
86.5%
2022
Math
71.5%
ELA
71%
2023
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2024
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2025
Math
56%
ELA
65%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Medway High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in MA
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
42% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·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

88 Summer Street, Medway, MA 02053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Medway High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Holliston High (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Holliston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical (rated 7.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Franklin High (rated 7.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Medway, see our Medway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway 1.3 mi 6.4
Medway Middle Medway 1.7 mi 7.4
Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway 1.8 mi 7.8
Stall Brook Bellingham 2.4 mi 5.0
Bellingham Early Childhood Center Bellingham 2.4 mi 3.6
J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin 3.2 mi 7.6
Holliston High Holliston 3.6 mi 8.1
Robert H. Adams Middle School Holliston 3.6 mi 7.9
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Milford 2.8 mi
Placentino Elementary Holliston 3.7 mi 4.6
Miller School Holliston 3.7 mi 7.8
EVERGREEN CENTER Milford 3.1 mi 7.9
Helen Keller Elementary Franklin 3.7 mi 6.6
Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin 3.7 mi 6.9
Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical Franklin 4.2 mi 7.4
Franklin High Franklin 4.4 mi 7.4
Horace Mann Franklin 4.6 mi 7.8
Oak Street Elementary Franklin 4.6 mi 8.0
Franklin Early Childhood Development Center Franklin 4.6 mi 4.9
WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis 3.7 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$174,357

Median Home Value

$588,900

Median Rent

$1,570/mo

Population

13,251

College Educated

61.9%

Homeownership

87.4%

Avg Commute

31.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

39.5

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Apponequet Regional High Lakeville, MA 6.7
Fenway High School Roxbury, MA 6.7
Franklin County Technical Turners Falls, MA 6.7
Littleton High School Littleton, MA 6.7
Pembroke High School Pembroke, MA 6.7
Quincy Upper School Boston, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Medway High

What grades does Medway High serve?

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

How many students attend Medway High?

Medway High has an enrollment of approximately 607 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Medway High?

The student-teacher ratio at Medway High is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Medway High rank in MA?

Medway High ranks #737 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Medway High's MySchoolScout rating?

Medway High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Medway High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Medway High has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Medway High a charter school?

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

Is Medway High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
607
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.9%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Medway
District Enrollment
2,159
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,213
District Rank
#3 of 4

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