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Weymouth High School

High School · Weymouth

1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

Enrollment

1,751

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,007 of 1,793

In Weymouth

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

Weymouth

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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6.0/10

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About Weymouth High School

Weymouth High School is a public high school in Weymouth, MA, part of Weymouth. Weymouth High School serves approximately 1,751 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Weymouth High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,007 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Weymouth High School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below MA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-14.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,436
Chronic Absenteeism28.4%

Weymouth High School — Students at Weymouth High School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.7% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 56 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
79%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
76%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
93%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
94%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
91%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
51.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
30.3%
ELA
41.8%
2022
Math
32.8%
ELA
43.5%
2023
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2024
Math
43%
ELA
66%
2025
Math
31%
ELA
51%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Weymouth High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in MA
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
139 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·50 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

1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weymouth High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hingham Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Hingham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Braintree), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Weymouth, see our Weymouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Ralph Talbot South Weymouth 0.6 mi 6.0
William Seach Weymouth 1.0 mi 3.6
Thomas V Nash Weymouth 0.8 mi 5.6
FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth 0.9 mi 5.4
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School South Weymouth 1.2 mi 6.6
Frederick C Murphy Weymouth 1.8 mi 4.7
FUSION HINGHAM Hingham 1.8 mi
Academy Avenue Weymouth 2.6 mi 8.1
SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth 2.5 mi 8.3
Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth 2.6 mi 6.8
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth 2.8 mi 6.6
OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham 2.1 mi 5.3
Archie T Morrison Braintree 2.7 mi 6.4
Plymouth River Hingham 2.8 mi 9.5
Liberty Braintree 2.6 mi 8.5
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Hingham 2.8 mi 4.4
South Middle School Braintree 2.8 mi 8.5
Hingham Middle School Hingham 2.8 mi 8.6
Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth 4.0 mi 4.0
East Middle School Braintree 3.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02190 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,024

Median Home Value

$554,900

Median Rent

$2,012/mo

Population

19,029

College Educated

47.5%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Beverly High Beverly, MA 6.0
Burncoat Senior High Worcester, MA 6.0
Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical New Bedford, MA 5.9
PHILLIPS ACADEMY Andover, MA 6.1
Worcester Technical High Worcester, MA 5.9
Attleboro High Attleboro, MA 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weymouth High School

What grades does Weymouth High School serve?

Weymouth High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Weymouth High School?

Weymouth High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,751 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Weymouth High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Weymouth High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Weymouth High School rank in MA?

Weymouth High School ranks #1,007 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Weymouth High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Weymouth High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Weymouth High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weymouth High School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Weymouth High School a charter school?

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

Is Weymouth High School a Title I school?

No, Weymouth High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,751
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
139
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.4%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

District

Weymouth
District Enrollment
5,641
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,436
District Rank
#7 of 11

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