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Winthrop High School

High School · Winthrop

400 Main Street, Winthrop, MA 02152

Enrollment

595

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,051 of 1,793

In Winthrop

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Winthrop

Equity

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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5.9/10

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About Winthrop High School

Winthrop High School is a public high school in Winthrop, MA, part of Winthrop. Winthrop High School serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Winthrop High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,051 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Winthrop High School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-0.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation24.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,356
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Winthrop High School — Students at Winthrop High School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.6% (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
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
67.5%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
71.5%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
56.5%
2023
Math
52%
ELA
69%
2024
Math
60%
ELA
66%
2025
Math
45%
ELA
45%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Winthrop High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in MA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
7
3 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
24.5% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics7sports offered
3 boys'·4 girls'·13 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

400 Main Street, Winthrop, MA 02152

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winthrop High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Excel Academy Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is CityLab Innovation High School (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Revere), a more accessible option. Additionally, Revere High (rated 4.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Revere), a more accessible option. For more schools in Winthrop, see our Winthrop schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Winthrop Middle School Winthrop 0.0 mi 8.1
William P. Gorman/Fort Banks Elementary Winthrop 0.3 mi 9.0
Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Winthrop 0.4 mi 4.4
CityLab Innovation High School Revere 1.2 mi 4.8
Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Revere 1.2 mi 4.0
Guild Elementary School East Boston 1.4 mi 7.7
Garfield Elementary School Revere 1.7 mi 6.7
Garfield Middle School Revere 1.7 mi 4.3
Bradley Elementary School East Boston 1.5 mi 9.3
Excel Academy Charter School East Boston 2.0 mi 8.4
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Revere 2.4 mi 5.3
Paul Revere Revere 2.7 mi 4.0
Rumney Marsh Academy Revere 2.6 mi 4.1
Revere High Revere 2.6 mi 4.2
William A Berkowitz Elementary Chelsea 2.4 mi 8.1
Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea 2.4 mi 6.6
George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea 2.4 mi 3.1
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea 2.4 mi 4.8
Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School Revere 2.7 mi 3.7
Abraham Lincoln Revere 3.0 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02152 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,357

Median Home Value

$606,900

Median Rent

$1,909/mo

Population

18,807

College Educated

42.9%

Homeownership

55.6%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

43.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winthrop High School

What grades does Winthrop High School serve?

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

How many students attend Winthrop High School?

Winthrop High School has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Winthrop High School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winthrop High School rank in MA?

Winthrop High School ranks #1,051 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Winthrop High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Winthrop High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Winthrop High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winthrop High School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Winthrop High School a charter school?

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

Is Winthrop High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Winthrop
District Enrollment
1,965
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,356
District Rank
#3 of 4

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