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#1125 of 1,793 schools in MA
Waltham SR High
High School · Waltham
617 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452
Enrollment
1,816
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,816
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,125 of 1,793
In Waltham
#9 of 10
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Waltham
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About Waltham SR High
Waltham SR High is a public high school in Waltham, MA, part of Waltham. Waltham SR High serves approximately 1,816 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Waltham SR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,125 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Waltham SR High show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Waltham SR High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Waltham SR High — Students at Waltham SR High score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
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: 5.9/10.
How Waltham SR High Compares
See how Waltham SR 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
617 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waltham SR High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Waltham, see our Waltham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Middle Waltham | 0.2 mi | 8.7 |
| CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Northeast Elementary School Waltham | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR LADYS ACADEMY Waltham | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Waltham | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| COTTING SCHOOL Lexington | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| LEXINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program Waltham | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Bowman Lexington | 2.1 mi | 9.5 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Lexington | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Cunniff Watertown | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| William F. Stanley Elementary School Waltham | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Jonas Clarke Middle Lexington | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,902
Median Home Value
$779,900
Median Rent
$2,325/mo
Population
16,173
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
51.1%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chicopee Comprehensive High School Chicopee, MA | 5.7 |
| Woburn High Woburn, MA | 5.7 |
| Fitchburg High Fitchburg, MA | 5.6 |
| Plymouth North High Plymouth, MA | 5.6 |
| Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical New Bedford, MA | 5.9 |
| Quincy High Quincy, MA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waltham SR High
What grades does Waltham SR High serve?
Waltham SR High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Waltham SR High?
Waltham SR High has an enrollment of approximately 1,816 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waltham SR High?
The student-teacher ratio at Waltham SR High is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waltham SR High rank in MA?
Waltham SR High ranks #1,125 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Waltham SR High's MySchoolScout rating?
Waltham SR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Waltham SR High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waltham SR High has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Waltham SR High a charter school?
No, Waltham SR High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waltham SR High a Title I school?
No, Waltham SR 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
- 1,816
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 166
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (781) 314-5445
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.0%
Resources & Links
District
Waltham- District Enrollment
- 5,709
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,267
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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