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#795 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 44% in state

West Boylston Junior/senior High

High School · West Boylston

125 Crescent Street, West Boylston, MA 01583

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#795 of 1,793

In West Boylston

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

West Boylston

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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West Boylston Junior/senior High

6.6/10

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About West Boylston Junior/senior High

West Boylston Junior/senior High is a public high school in West Boylston, MA, part of West Boylston. West Boylston Junior/senior High serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. West Boylston Junior/senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #795 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for West Boylston Junior/senior High show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% 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 Progress6.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.4% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+14.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.5 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness5.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation9.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,644
Chronic Absenteeism17%

West Boylston Junior/senior High — Students at West Boylston Junior/senior High score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 60.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 104 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
71%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
65.2%
ELA
63.2%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
51.2%
ELA
57.3%
2022
Math
62.5%
ELA
55.5%
2023
Math
51.2%
ELA
51.8%
2024
Math
58.6%
ELA
54.6%
2025
Math
57%
ELA
51.4%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How West Boylston Junior/senior High Compares

See how West Boylston Junior/senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in MA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
9.8% 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

125 Crescent Street, West Boylston, MA 01583

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Boylston Junior/senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Tahanto Regional High (rated 8.2/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Boylston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burncoat Senior High (rated 6.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Worcester), with a comparable rating. For more schools in West Boylston, see our West Boylston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Major Edwards Elementary West Boylston 0.2 mi 5.8
Houghton Elementary Sterling 2.8 mi 5.8
Chocksett Middle School Sterling 2.9 mi 7.2
Leroy E.Mayo Holden 2.5 mi 5.7
Norrback Avenue Worcester 3.2 mi 4.1
Mountview Middle Holden 3.2 mi 5.5
Burncoat Street Worcester 3.6 mi 3.9
ALHUDA ACADEMY Worcester 4.1 mi 8.7
Clark St Community Worcester 4.3 mi 6.8
Boylston Elementary School Boylston 3.9 mi 8.7
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester 4.7 mi 8.2
Davis Hill Elementary Holden 3.6 mi 6.3
Dawson Holden 3.9 mi 7.6
Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester 4.9 mi 4.9
Thorndyke Road Worcester 4.9 mi 4.8
Tahanto Regional High Boylston 3.7 mi 8.2
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 4.9 mi 7.3
Burncoat Senior High Worcester 5.2 mi 6.0
Burncoat Middle School Worcester 5.3 mi 6.6
Lincoln Street Worcester 5.5 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01583 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,427

Median Home Value

$399,700

Median Rent

$1,248/mo

Population

7,516

College Educated

41.9%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

46

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Frontier Regional South Deerfield, MA 6.6
GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham, MA 6.6
Joseph Case High Swansea, MA 6.6
Northbridge High Whitinsville, MA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Boylston Junior/senior High

What grades does West Boylston Junior/senior High serve?

West Boylston Junior/senior High serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend West Boylston Junior/senior High?

West Boylston Junior/senior High has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Boylston Junior/senior High?

The student-teacher ratio at West Boylston Junior/senior High is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Boylston Junior/senior High rank in MA?

West Boylston Junior/senior High ranks #795 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is West Boylston Junior/senior High's MySchoolScout rating?

West Boylston Junior/senior 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 West Boylston Junior/senior High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Boylston Junior/senior High has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Boylston Junior/senior High a charter school?

No, West Boylston Junior/senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Boylston Junior/senior High a Title I school?

No, West Boylston Junior/senior High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

West Boylston
District Enrollment
903
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,644
District Rank
#1 of 2

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