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#229 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 13% in state

Walpole High

High School · Walpole

275 Common Street, Walpole, MA 02081

Enrollment

946

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#229 of 1,793

In Walpole

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Walpole

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Walpole High

8.4/10

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

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About Walpole High

Walpole High is a public high school in Walpole, MA, part of Walpole. Walpole High serves approximately 946 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Walpole High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Walpole High show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+20.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness8.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation25.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,698
Chronic Absenteeism11.9%

Walpole High — Students at Walpole High score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 81.6% (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
86%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
98%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
64.5%
ELA
69.5%
2020*
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2023
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2024
Math
72%
ELA
64%
2025
Math
66%
ELA
58%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Walpole High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
87th percentile in MA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
27
13 boys' · 14 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)
11.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
25.2% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics27sports offered
13 boys'·14 girls'·57 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

275 Common Street, Walpole, MA 02081

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Walpole High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Norfolk County Agricultural (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Norwood High (rated 6.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Norwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Walpole, see our Walpole schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL East Walpole 0.7 mi 5.1
Eleanor N Johnson Middle Walpole 1.1 mi 6.7
Bird Middle East Walpole 1.2 mi 6.7
Fisher Walpole 1.8 mi 7.3
Elm Street School Walpole 1.6 mi 8.6
Daniel Feeney Preschool Center Walpole 1.6 mi 5.4
Old Post Road East Walpole 1.4 mi 7.5
Norfolk County Agricultural Walpole 1.9 mi 8.1
Boyden Walpole 2.2 mi 8.0
TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School East Walpole 2.4 mi 3.9
CLIFFORD ACADEMY East Walpole 2.2 mi
NORWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norwood 3.2 mi 7.2
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood 3.1 mi 5.8
Heights Elementary Sharon 3.1 mi 7.4
F A Cleveland Norwood 3.6 mi 6.8
Ralph Wheelock School Medfield 3.4 mi 8.9
THE SAGE SCHOOL Foxboro 3.9 mi 7.9
Balch Norwood 3.5 mi 3.7
George F. Willett Norwood 4.2 mi 6.1
Norwood High Norwood 4.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$150,233

Median Home Value

$647,200

Median Rent

$1,980/mo

Population

19,703

College Educated

61.3%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

33.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

42.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Hanover High Hanover, MA 8.4
Rising Tide Charter Public School Plymouth, MA 8.4
Scituate High School Scituate, MA 8.4
Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich, MA 8.3
Hingham High Hingham, MA 8.3
Hopkinton High Hopkinton, MA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Walpole High

What grades does Walpole High serve?

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

How many students attend Walpole High?

Walpole High has an enrollment of approximately 946 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Walpole High?

The student-teacher ratio at Walpole High is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Walpole High rank in MA?

Walpole High ranks #229 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Walpole High's MySchoolScout rating?

Walpole High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Walpole High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Walpole High has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Walpole High a charter school?

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

Is Walpole High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
85
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.9%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Walpole
District Enrollment
3,633
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,698
District Rank
#2 of 8

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