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#379 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 21% in state

Wilmington High

High School · Wilmington

159 Church Street, Wilmington, MA 01887

Enrollment

613

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#379 of 1,793

In Wilmington

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

Wilmington

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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7.9/10

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About Wilmington High

Wilmington High is a public high school in Wilmington, MA, part of Wilmington. Wilmington High serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilmington High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #379 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Wilmington High show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Wilmington High sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation33.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,881
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

Wilmington High — Students at Wilmington High score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 78.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 85.2% (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
92%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2015
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2017
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72.5%
ELA
77.5%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
86%
2022
Math
66.5%
ELA
72%
2023
Math
63%
ELA
76%
2024
Math
70%
ELA
73%
2025
Math
59%
ELA
61%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Wilmington High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
79th percentile in MA
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
26
12 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
33.9% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
12 boys'·14 girls'·41 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

159 Church Street, Wilmington, MA 01887

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilmington High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Billerica), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Reading), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington 0.1 mi 6.8
TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington 1.1 mi
Woburn Street Wilmington 1.2 mi 7.3
North Intermediate Wilmington 1.6 mi 7.2
Wilmington Middle School Wilmington 1.3 mi 6.7
West Intermediate Wilmington 1.4 mi 6.9
Boutwell Wilmington 1.4 mi 6.0
Fox Hill Burlington 2.2 mi 6.6
Shawsheen Elementary Wilmington 2.1 mi 6.6
Mary D Altavesta Woburn 2.9 mi 2.7
E Ethel Little School North Reading 2.4 mi 9.1
AUSTIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Reading 2.6 mi 3.7
READING MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reading 2.7 mi
Linscott-Rumford Woburn 3.3 mi 3.9
Wood End Elementary School Reading 2.5 mi 8.5
Alice M Barrows Reading 3.1 mi 8.3
Birch Meadow Reading 2.8 mi 7.8
Pine Glen Elementary Burlington 3.2 mi 6.8
Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica 2.8 mi 8.2
Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading 3.0 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01887 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,473

Median Home Value

$646,200

Median Rent

$2,412/mo

Population

23,195

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

86.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

42.1

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School Rating
BEAVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill, MA 7.9
Nashoba Regional Bolton, MA 7.9
New Mission High School Hyde Park, MA 7.9
Sturgis Charter Public School Hyannis, MA 7.9
Amherst Regional High Amherst, MA 8.0
South Shore Vocational Technical High Hanover, MA 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilmington High

What grades does Wilmington High serve?

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

How many students attend Wilmington High?

Wilmington High has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilmington High?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilmington High is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilmington High rank in MA?

Wilmington High ranks #379 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Wilmington High's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilmington High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Wilmington High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilmington High has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wilmington High a charter school?

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

Is Wilmington High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Wilmington
District Enrollment
2,760
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,881
District Rank
#1 of 7

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