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Woburn High

High School · Woburn

88 Montvale Avenue, Woburn, MA 01801

Enrollment

1,228

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,127 of 1,793

In Woburn

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

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5.7/10

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About Woburn High

Woburn High is a public high school in Woburn, MA, part of Woburn. Woburn High serves approximately 1,228 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Woburn High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,127 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Woburn High show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
College Readiness5.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate88%
AP Participation16.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,015
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Woburn High — Students at Woburn High score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 74.2% (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
75%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
83%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2023
Math
43%
ELA
58%
2024
Math
51%
ELA
56%
2025
Math
38%
ELA
47%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Woburn High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
26
12 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
104 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
16.1% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
12 boys'·14 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

88 Montvale Avenue, Woburn, MA 01801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woburn High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. McCall Middle (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Winchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Winchester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ambrose Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Winchester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Woburn, see our Woburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Malcolm White Woburn 0.1 mi 5.2
Shamrock Woburn 0.4 mi 5.9
John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn 0.6 mi 5.3
ST CHARLES SCHOOL Woburn 0.6 mi 5.0
Hurld-Wyman Elementary School Woburn 1.1 mi 6.4
Goodyear Elementary School Woburn 1.0 mi 3.2
ACERA SCHOOL Winchester 1.3 mi 7.4
Lynch Elementary Winchester 1.6 mi 8.1
Muraco Elementary Winchester 1.5 mi 7.0
Winchester High School Winchester 1.9 mi 8.0
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Winchester 2.0 mi
THE WILDER SCHOOL Winchester 2.0 mi
Linscott-Rumford Woburn 1.9 mi 3.9
Daniel L Joyce Middle School Woburn 1.6 mi 6.5
Lincoln Elementary Winchester 2.3 mi 8.2
McCall Middle Winchester 2.3 mi 8.4
Mary D Altavesta Woburn 2.3 mi 2.7
Robin Hood Stoneham 2.0 mi 5.2
Clyde Reeves Woburn 2.1 mi 6.6
Ambrose Elementary Winchester 2.7 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,754

Median Home Value

$641,800

Median Rent

$2,190/mo

Population

41,205

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

57.6%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

39.5

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High South Yarmouth, MA 5.7
Hudson High Hudson, MA 5.7
Plymouth South High Plymouth, MA 5.7
Gloucester High Gloucester, MA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woburn High

What grades does Woburn High serve?

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

How many students attend Woburn High?

Woburn High has an enrollment of approximately 1,228 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woburn High?

The student-teacher ratio at Woburn High is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woburn High rank in MA?

Woburn High ranks #1,127 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Woburn High's MySchoolScout rating?

Woburn High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Woburn High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woburn High has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woburn High a charter school?

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

Is Woburn High a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,228
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
104
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%
4-Year Graduation
88.0%

District

Woburn
District Enrollment
4,424
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,015
District Rank
#5 of 10

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