Excellent
#187 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 10% in state
Melrose High
High School · Melrose
360 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA 02176
Enrollment
959
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
959
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Melrose
#1 of 8
public schools
Massachusetts high schools
#41 of 366
In district
#1 of 8
Melrose
Equity
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Melrose High
Melrose High is a public high school in Melrose, MA, part of the Melrose. The school serves approximately 959 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 89.6th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 64% proficiency in math, 12 points above the state average and 78% in reading/language arts, 19 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $126,854, where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Melrose High — Students at Melrose High score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 22 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.3/10.
How Melrose High Compares
See how Melrose High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 69% (2019) to 61% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 78% (2022).
Location
360 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA 02176
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melrose High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Stoneham High (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Stoneham), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wakefield Memorial High (rated 7.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Melrose, see our Melrose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Roosevelt Melrose | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Horace Mann Melrose | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Melrose | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Lincoln Melrose | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Winthrop Melrose | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Greenwood Wakefield | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Colonial Park Stoneham | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Herbert Clark Hoover Melrose | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Stoneham High Stoneham | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Forestdale Malden | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Malden Early Learning Center Malden | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Galvin Middle School Wakefield | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| South Stoneham | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Salemwood Malden | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,854
Median Home Value
$796,100
Median Rent
$1,933/mo
Population
29,488
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
44.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Melrose High has a median household income of $126,854. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $796,100, with a median rent of $1,933/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Walpole High Walpole, MA | 8.3 |
| Medfield Senior High Medfield, MA | 8.4 |
| Scituate High School Scituate, MA | 8.4 |
| Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury, MA | 8.4 |
| Wayland High School Wayland, MA | 8.4 |
| Hanover High Hanover, MA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melrose High
What grades does Melrose High serve?
Melrose High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Melrose High?
Melrose High has an enrollment of approximately 959 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melrose High?
The student-teacher ratio at Melrose High is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Melrose High rank in MA?
Melrose High is ranked #187 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Melrose High's MySchoolScout rating?
Melrose High has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Melrose High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Melrose High has 64.2% math proficiency and 78.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Melrose High a charter school?
No, Melrose High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melrose High a Title I school?
No, Melrose High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 80 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 33 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 54 Bikeable
- City Safety
- Average (534/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 959
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 979-2200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Melrose- District Enrollment
- 3,892
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,030
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
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