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#311 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 17% in state

Natick High

High School · Natick

15 West Street, Natick, MA 01760

Enrollment

1,743

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#311 of 1,793

In Natick

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Natick

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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8.1/10

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About Natick High

Natick High is a public high school in Natick, MA, part of Natick. Natick High serves approximately 1,743 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Natick High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #311 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Natick High show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+25.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19 pts
Overall Proficiency71% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation30.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,203
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Natick High — Students at Natick High score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 86.3% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
78.5%
2020*
Math
69%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
69%
ELA
80%
2022
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2023
Math
74%
ELA
80%
2024
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2025
Math
71%
ELA
71%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Natick High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
83th percentile in MA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
29
12 boys' · 17 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
142 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
30.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
12 boys'·17 girls'·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

15 West Street, Natick, MA 01760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Natick High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RCS LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Natick, see our Natick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Johnson Natick 0.6 mi 9.4
WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Natick 1.3 mi 7.2
J F Kennedy Middle School Natick 1.5 mi 8.9
Wilson Middle Natick 1.8 mi 8.9
Pine Hill Sherborn 1.9 mi 7.2
Brown Natick 1.6 mi 9.0
Bennett-Hemenway Natick 2.2 mi 8.8
RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick 1.9 mi 6.6
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick 2.4 mi
Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham 1.9 mi 3.7
Memorial Natick 2.0 mi 7.4
Lilja Elementary Natick 2.2 mi 6.6
RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick 2.4 mi 6.8
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 2.8 mi 4.8
Wayland Middle School Wayland 3.3 mi 9.3
BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick 3.2 mi 8.2
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland 3.4 mi 7.1
Loker School Wayland 3.8 mi 8.9
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 3.0 mi 3.5
Fuller Middle Framingham 3.1 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,644

Median Home Value

$740,700

Median Rent

$2,061/mo

Population

36,520

College Educated

69.5%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

42.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Oliver Ames High North Easton, MA 8.1
Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton, MA 8.2
Bristol-Plymouth Vocational Technical Taunton, MA 8.0
Reading Memorial High Reading, MA 8.2
Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy Springfield, MA 8.0
Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica, MA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Natick High

What grades does Natick High serve?

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

How many students attend Natick High?

Natick High has an enrollment of approximately 1,743 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Natick High?

The student-teacher ratio at Natick 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 Natick High rank in MA?

Natick High ranks #311 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Natick High's MySchoolScout rating?

Natick High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Natick High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Natick High has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Natick High a charter school?

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

Is Natick High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,743
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
142
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Natick
District Enrollment
5,303
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,203
District Rank
#6 of 8

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