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#194 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 11% in state

Westwood High

High School · Westwood

200 Nahatan Street, Westwood, MA 02090

Enrollment

874

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#194 of 1,793

In Westwood

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Westwood

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Westwood High

8.6/10

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

Westwood Integrated Preschool

5.9/10

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9.4/10

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About Westwood High

Westwood High is a public high school in Westwood, MA, part of Westwood. Westwood High serves approximately 874 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Westwood High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #194 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Westwood High show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+31.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+16.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness9.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation43.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,998
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Westwood High — Students at Westwood High score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 87.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 89.3% (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
94%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2018
Math
90%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
90%
ELA
84.5%
2020*
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2023
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2024
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
77%
ELA
78%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Westwood High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
89th percentile in MA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
10 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
73 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
43.2% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
10 boys'·11 girls'·42 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

200 Nahatan Street, Westwood, MA 02090

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westwood High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Norwood High (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Norwood), a more accessible option. Another option is URSULINE ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Dedham), a more accessible option. Additionally, XAVERIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.4/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westwood, see our Westwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Westwood Integrated Preschool Westwood 0.0 mi 5.9
E W Thurston Middle Westwood 0.3 mi 9.4
John P Oldham Norwood 1.1 mi 4.2
XAVERIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Westwood 1.1 mi 3.4
William E Sheehan Westwood 1.2 mi 9.6
George F. Willett Norwood 1.6 mi 6.1
Martha Jones Westwood 1.5 mi 8.6
Norwood High Norwood 1.8 mi 6.4
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Norwood 1.7 mi 6.3
F A Cleveland Norwood 2.3 mi 6.8
Cornelius M Callahan Norwood 2.0 mi 5.7
Early Childhood Center Dedham 2.3 mi 7.3
DEDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Dedham 2.2 mi 7.6
NORWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norwood 2.6 mi 7.2
Downey Westwood 2.1 mi 8.2
Balch Norwood 2.8 mi 3.7
URSULINE ACADEMY Dedham 2.6 mi 4.9
Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood 3.1 mi 5.8
TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School East Walpole 3.7 mi 3.9
THE RASHI SCHOOL Dedham 3.6 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$205,000

Median Home Value

$985,800

Median Rent

$2,390/mo

Population

16,213

College Educated

71%

Homeownership

87.2%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

43.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Sharon High Sharon, MA 8.6
Lynnfield High Lynnfield, MA 8.7
Masconomet Regional High School Boxford, MA 8.7
Medfield Senior High Medfield, MA 8.7
Melrose High Melrose, MA 8.5
North Reading High North Reading, MA 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westwood High

What grades does Westwood High serve?

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

How many students attend Westwood High?

Westwood High has an enrollment of approximately 874 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood High?

The student-teacher ratio at Westwood High is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westwood High rank in MA?

Westwood High ranks #194 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Westwood High's MySchoolScout rating?

Westwood High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Westwood High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westwood High has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Westwood High a charter school?

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

Is Westwood High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
874
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
73
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

District

Westwood
District Enrollment
2,881
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,998
District Rank
#4 of 6

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