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#514 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 29% in state

Stoneham High

High School · Stoneham

149 Franklin Street, Stoneham, MA 02180

Enrollment

585

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

7.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#514 of 1,793

In Stoneham

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Stoneham

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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7.4/10

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About Stoneham High

Stoneham High is a public high school in Stoneham, MA, part of Stoneham. Stoneham High serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Stoneham High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #514 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Stoneham High show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+14.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation26%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,443
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Stoneham High — Students at Stoneham High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 83.9% (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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
81.5%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
52.5%
ELA
76.5%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
67%
2023
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2024
Math
56%
ELA
69%
2025
Math
60%
ELA
61%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Stoneham High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in MA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
24
11 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
26% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
11 boys'·13 girls'·42 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

149 Franklin Street, Stoneham, MA 02180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stoneham High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Galvin Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Melrose High (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stoneham, see our Stoneham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Colonial Park Stoneham 0.3 mi 7.1
GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham 0.4 mi 5.2
South Stoneham 0.6 mi 8.8
ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stoneham 0.8 mi 4.2
Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham 0.9 mi 5.5
Roosevelt Melrose 1.0 mi 7.5
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield 1.5 mi 5.0
Melrose Middle Melrose 1.3 mi 6.1
Melrose High Melrose 1.3 mi 8.5
MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose 1.5 mi 5.2
Greenwood Wakefield 1.4 mi 5.1
Lincoln Melrose 1.7 mi 6.1
Early Childhood Center Melrose 1.4 mi 5.7
Robin Hood Stoneham 1.7 mi 5.2
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Melrose 1.7 mi 5.4
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield 2.0 mi 4.7
Galvin Middle School Wakefield 2.1 mi 8.6
Horace Mann Melrose 1.7 mi 7.3
Walton Wakefield 2.4 mi 8.2
Goodyear Elementary School Woburn 1.9 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,635

Median Home Value

$629,000

Median Rent

$1,878/mo

Population

22,986

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

42.2

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Mt Greylock Regional High Williamstown, MA 7.4
Pathfinder Vocational Technical Palmer, MA 7.4
LAWRENCE ACADEMY Groton, MA 7.5
Pittsfield High Pittsfield, MA 7.3
Tantasqua Regional Sr High Fiskdale, MA 7.3
Bristol County Agricultural High Dighton, MA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stoneham High

What grades does Stoneham High serve?

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

How many students attend Stoneham High?

Stoneham High has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stoneham High?

The student-teacher ratio at Stoneham High is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stoneham High rank in MA?

Stoneham High ranks #514 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Stoneham High's MySchoolScout rating?

Stoneham High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Stoneham High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stoneham High has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stoneham High a charter school?

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

Is Stoneham High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Stoneham
District Enrollment
2,289
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,443
District Rank
#2 of 5

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