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#858 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 48% in state

Norwood High

High School · Norwood

245 Nichols Street PO Box 67, Norwood, MA 02062

Enrollment

951

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#858 of 1,793

In Norwood

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Norwood

Equity

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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6.4/10

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About Norwood High

Norwood High is a public high school in Norwood, MA, part of Norwood. Norwood High serves approximately 951 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Norwood High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #858 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Norwood High show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation27.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,812
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Norwood High — Students at Norwood High score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.9% (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
77%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
93%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
65.5%
ELA
65.5%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2023
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2025
Math
44%
ELA
45%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Norwood High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.3/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
28
13 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
85 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
27.1% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
13 boys'·15 girls'·52 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

245 Nichols Street PO Box 67, Norwood, MA 02062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Norwood High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Westwood High (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norfolk County Agricultural (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Walpole), which scores notably higher. Additionally, XAVERIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Westwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Norwood, see our Norwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
George F. Willett Norwood 0.3 mi 6.1
F A Cleveland Norwood 0.5 mi 6.8
NORWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norwood 0.9 mi 7.2
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Norwood 0.8 mi 6.3
John P Oldham Norwood 1.0 mi 4.2
Balch Norwood 1.1 mi 3.7
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood 1.3 mi 5.8
Martha Jones Westwood 1.2 mi 8.6
Cornelius M Callahan Norwood 1.3 mi 5.7
Westwood Integrated Preschool Westwood 1.8 mi 5.9
Westwood High Westwood 1.8 mi 8.6
William E Sheehan Westwood 1.5 mi 9.6
TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School East Walpole 1.9 mi 3.9
E W Thurston Middle Westwood 2.0 mi 9.4
XAVERIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Westwood 1.9 mi 3.4
Norfolk County Agricultural Walpole 2.2 mi 8.1
Charles J Prescott Norwood 2.1 mi 3.8
Fisher Walpole 2.5 mi 7.3
Downey Westwood 2.6 mi 8.2
Bird Middle East Walpole 3.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,110

Median Home Value

$613,500

Median Rent

$2,056/mo

Population

31,380

College Educated

53.1%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

39.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Millbury Junior/Senior High Millbury, MA 6.4
Somerset Berkley Regional High School Somerset, MA 6.4
West Bridgewater Junior/Senior West Bridgewater, MA 6.4
Bellingham High School Bellingham, MA 6.3
Innovation Academy Charter School Tyngsboro, MA 6.3
Southwick Regional School Southwick, MA 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Norwood High

What grades does Norwood High serve?

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

How many students attend Norwood High?

Norwood High has an enrollment of approximately 951 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Norwood High?

The student-teacher ratio at Norwood High is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Norwood High rank in MA?

Norwood High ranks #858 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Norwood High's MySchoolScout rating?

Norwood High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Norwood High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Norwood High has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Norwood High a charter school?

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

Is Norwood High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
951
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
85
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

Norwood
District Enrollment
3,545
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,812
District Rank
#2 of 8

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