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#43 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 2% in state

Weston High

High School · Weston

444 Wellesley Street, Weston, MA 02493

Enrollment

662

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

9.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#43 of 1,793

In Weston

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Weston

School environment

10.0 / 10

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9.4/10

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About Weston High

Weston High is a public high school in Weston, MA, part of Weston. Weston High serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Weston High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 1,793 schools in MA.

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

What's said publicly about Weston High

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Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Weston High School is a high school located in Weston, Massachusetts, a suburb situated 12 miles west of Boston 2 . The school's address is 444 Wellesley Street in Weston 2 . During the 2024-2025 school year, the student enrollment was 658 2 .
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How it compares3.0 pts above MA schools
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency83% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+37.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+30 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+26.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation52.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,967
Chronic Absenteeism6.6%

Weston High — Students at Weston High score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 90.9% (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
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
87.5%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2022
Math
86.5%
ELA
87.5%
2023
Math
84%
ELA
88%
2024
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2025
Math
83%
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: 8.2/10.

How Weston High Compares

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

Overall Score
9.4/10
98th percentile in MA
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
52.9% 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

444 Wellesley Street, Weston, MA 02493

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weston High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wellesley Sr High (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wellesley), with a comparable rating. Another option is BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Natick), a more accessible option. Additionally, THE RIVERS SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Weston, see our Weston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Weston Middle Weston 0.1 mi 8.3
THE TREMONT SCHOOL Weston 0.4 mi
Woodland Weston 1.5 mi 9.2
Field Elementary School Weston 1.6 mi 9.3
Country Weston 1.7 mi 9.9
THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston 1.5 mi 6.0
Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley 1.8 mi 9.3
Ernest F Upham Wellesley 2.0 mi 7.9
MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston 1.9 mi 9.0
Sprague Elementary School Wellesley 2.5 mi 7.8
John D Hardy Wellesley 2.5 mi 9.8
Wellesley Middle Wellesley 2.6 mi 9.6
GIFFORD SCHOOL Weston 2.4 mi 5.4
BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick 2.2 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls 2.6 mi
Loker School Wayland 2.3 mi 8.9
ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley 2.4 mi 6.7
Wellesley Sr High Wellesley 2.9 mi 8.9
Hunnewell Wellesley 3.1 mi 9.0
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland 2.6 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02493 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,586,100

Median Rent

$2,168/mo

Population

11,443

College Educated

84.4%

Homeownership

90.4%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

44.9

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School Rating
Dover-Sherborn Regional High Dover, MA 9.4
Wayland High School Wayland, MA 9.4
Cohasset High School Cohasset, MA 9.5
Bedford High Bedford, MA 9.1
Duxbury High Duxbury, MA 9.1
Manchester Essex Regional High School Manchester, MA 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weston High

What grades does Weston High serve?

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

How many students attend Weston High?

Weston High has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Weston High?

The student-teacher ratio at Weston High is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Weston High rank in MA?

Weston High ranks #43 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Weston High's MySchoolScout rating?

Weston High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Weston High?

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

Is Weston High a charter school?

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

Is Weston High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Weston
District Enrollment
2,036
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,967
District Rank
#2 of 5

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