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Wachusett Regional High

High School · Wachusett

1401 Main Street, Holden, MA 01520

Enrollment

1,861

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#793 of 1,793

In Holden

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 13

Wachusett

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Wachusett Regional High

6.6/10

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

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About Wachusett Regional High

Wachusett Regional High is a public high school in Holden, MA, part of Wachusett. Wachusett Regional High serves approximately 1,861 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wachusett Regional High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #793 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Wachusett Regional High show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+21.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College Readiness7.9Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation19.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,152
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Wachusett Regional High — Students at Wachusett Regional High score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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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 85.3% (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
91%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2023
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2024
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2025
Math
67%
ELA
64%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Wachusett Regional High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in MA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
135 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
19.6% 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

1401 Main Street, Holden, MA 01520

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wachusett Regional High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Boylston Junior/Senior High (rated 6.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby West Boylston), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NOTRE DAME ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Worcester), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Holden, see our Holden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holden 0.9 mi 5.8
Early Childhood Center Jefferson 0.9 mi 3.3
Davis Hill Elementary Holden 0.8 mi 6.3
Dawson Holden 1.6 mi 7.6
Leroy E.Mayo Holden 2.5 mi 5.7
Mountview Middle Holden 2.9 mi 5.5
Paxton Center Paxton 4.1 mi 6.6
West Tatnuck Worcester 4.9 mi 6.0
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 4.5 mi 7.3
Tatnuck Worcester 5.3 mi 4.8
Glenwood Elementary School Rutland 4.3 mi 4.5
Nelson Place Worcester 4.9 mi 7.1
WORCESTER SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Worcester 5.5 mi
Flagg Street Worcester 5.3 mi 7.9
Central Tree Middle Rutland 4.3 mi 5.4
Norrback Avenue Worcester 4.5 mi 4.1
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Worcester 5.4 mi 6.2
Naquag Elementary School Rutland 4.5 mi 4.3
West Boylston Junior/Senior High West Boylston 4.5 mi 6.6
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester 5.0 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,582

Median Home Value

$444,300

Median Rent

$1,578/mo

Population

16,864

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

41.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough, MA 6.6
North Andover High North Andover, MA 6.7
Braintree High Braintree, MA 6.4
Doherty Memorial High Worcester, MA 6.4
Boston Latin Academy Dorchester, MA 6.8
O'Bryant School of Math & Science Roxbury, MA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wachusett Regional High

What grades does Wachusett Regional High serve?

Wachusett Regional High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Wachusett Regional High?

Wachusett Regional High has an enrollment of approximately 1,861 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wachusett Regional High?

The student-teacher ratio at Wachusett Regional High is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wachusett Regional High rank in MA?

Wachusett Regional High ranks #793 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Wachusett Regional High's MySchoolScout rating?

Wachusett Regional High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Wachusett Regional High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wachusett Regional High has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wachusett Regional High a charter school?

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

Is Wachusett Regional High a Title I school?

No, Wachusett Regional High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,861
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
135
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

Wachusett
District Enrollment
6,676
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,152
District Rank
#4 of 13

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