Very Good
#640 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 36% in state
Wakefield Memorial High
High School · Wakefield
60 Farm Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
840
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#640 of 1,793
In Wakefield
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Wakefield
Equity
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Wakefield Memorial High
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About Wakefield Memorial High
Wakefield Memorial High is a public high school in Wakefield, MA, part of Wakefield. Wakefield Memorial High serves approximately 840 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wakefield Memorial High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #640 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Wakefield Memorial High show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Wakefield Memorial High — Students at Wakefield Memorial High score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.3/10.
How Wakefield Memorial High Compares
See how Wakefield Memorial High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
60 Farm Street, Wakefield, MA 01880
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wakefield Memorial High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Melrose High (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northeast Metro Regional Vocational (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wakefield, see our Wakefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodville School Wakefield | 0.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Northeast Metro Regional Vocational Wakefield | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ODYSSEY DAY SCHOOL Wakefield | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Greenwood Wakefield | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Galvin Middle School Wakefield | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Dolbeare Wakefield | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Horace Mann Melrose | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Melrose High Melrose | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Roosevelt Melrose | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Walton Wakefield | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Huckleberry Hill Lynnfield | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Winthrop Melrose | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Summer Street Lynnfield | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Lynnfield Preschool Lynnfield | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Lynnfield Middle School Lynnfield | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,419
Median Home Value
$670,100
Median Rent
$1,872/mo
Population
27,258
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hampden Charter School of Science East Chicopee, MA | 7.0 |
| John J Duggan Academy Springfield, MA | 7.0 |
| Monomoy Regional High School Harwich, MA | 7.0 |
| Nauset Regional High North Eastham, MA | 7.0 |
| Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical Rochester, MA | 7.0 |
| Rockland Senior High Rockland, MA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wakefield Memorial High
What grades does Wakefield Memorial High serve?
Wakefield Memorial High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wakefield Memorial High?
Wakefield Memorial High has an enrollment of approximately 840 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wakefield Memorial High?
The student-teacher ratio at Wakefield Memorial 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 Wakefield Memorial High rank in MA?
Wakefield Memorial High ranks #640 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Wakefield Memorial High's MySchoolScout rating?
Wakefield Memorial High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Wakefield Memorial High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wakefield Memorial High has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wakefield Memorial High a charter school?
No, Wakefield Memorial High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wakefield Memorial High a Title I school?
No, Wakefield Memorial High is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 840
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (781) 246-6440
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
Wakefield- District Enrollment
- 3,365
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,976
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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