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#250 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 14% in state

Westborough High

High School · Westborough

90 West Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581

Enrollment

1,202

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#250 of 1,793

In Westborough

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Westborough

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Westborough High

8.3/10

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

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6.5/10

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About Westborough High

Westborough High is a public high school in Westborough, MA, part of Westborough. Westborough High serves approximately 1,202 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Westborough High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Westborough High show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+35.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+24.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation21.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,205
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Westborough High — Students at Westborough High score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 88.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 91.0% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
83.5%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2022
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2023
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2024
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2025
Math
81%
ELA
82%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Westborough High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
86th percentile in MA
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
30
14 boys' · 16 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
92 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
21.3% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics30sports offered
14 boys'·16 girls'·44 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

90 West Main Street, Westborough, MA 01581

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westborough High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Algonquin Regional High (rated 9.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Northborough), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School (rated 7.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Marlborough), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westborough, see our Westborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
J Harding Armstrong Westborough 0.5 mi 6.5
Sarah W Gibbons Middle Westborough 0.6 mi 7.9
Annie E Fales Westborough 0.9 mi 8.2
EBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westborough 0.9 mi
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough 1.3 mi 7.8
Mill Pond School Westborough 1.7 mi 7.3
Fannie E Proctor Northborough 3.2 mi 7.4
Marguerite E Peaslee Northborough 4.1 mi 5.7
Algonquin Regional High Northborough 4.3 mi 9.0
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northborough 4.4 mi 5.9
THE FITZGERALD INSTITUTE Northborough 4.4 mi
Lincoln Street Northborough 4.1 mi 5.7
AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury 3.4 mi 8.8
Marion E Zeh Northborough 4.5 mi 7.1
Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough 4.4 mi 7.1
North Street Elementary School Grafton 4.6 mi 6.3
Floral Street School Shrewsbury 4.2 mi 6.1
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 5.2 mi 7.1
P Brent Trottier Southborough 4.6 mi 8.6
Margaret A Neary Southborough 4.5 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01581 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,474

Median Home Value

$637,900

Median Rent

$2,038/mo

Population

21,591

College Educated

66%

Homeownership

60.7%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

39

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Hingham High Hingham, MA 8.3
Hopkinton High Hopkinton, MA 8.3
Excel Academy Charter School East Boston, MA 8.4
Scituate High School Scituate, MA 8.4
Walpole High Walpole, MA 8.4
Acton-Boxborough Regional High Acton, MA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westborough High

What grades does Westborough High serve?

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

How many students attend Westborough High?

Westborough High has an enrollment of approximately 1,202 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westborough High?

The student-teacher ratio at Westborough High is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westborough High rank in MA?

Westborough High ranks #250 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Westborough High's MySchoolScout rating?

Westborough High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Westborough High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westborough High has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westborough High a charter school?

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

Is Westborough High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,202
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
92
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Westborough
District Enrollment
3,887
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,205
District Rank
#1 of 6

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