High Schools in Hamilton-Wenham

Summary:

The Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School is the sole high school serving the Hamilton-Wenham area of Massachusetts. This standout institution has consistently ranked among the top high schools in the state, earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranking 29th out of 349 Massachusetts high schools for the 2024-2025 school year.

The school's academic performance is exceptional, with students significantly outperforming state averages on standardized tests across multiple subjects and grade levels. Its 93.5% four-year graduation rate and low 1.6% dropout rate further demonstrate the school's ability to support and retain its students. Additionally, the school's relatively high per-student spending of $19,205 may contribute to its strong academic outcomes and student support.

Overall, the Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School appears to be a high-performing and well-resourced institution that is delivering excellent educational opportunities for its students. The school's consistent rankings, test scores, and graduation rates make it a standout in the region and a desirable choice for families seeking a top-quality high school experience.

District Detail

5 School Street
Wenham, MA 01984

(978) 468-5310

SchoolDigger Rank:
39^th of 348 Massachusetts districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 1,669

Primary Schools: 3
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				MCAS Next Generation English Language Arts (2025)	MCAS Next Generation Mathematics (2025)	MCAS Next Generation Science (2025)	MCAS Next Generation Biology (2025)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	MCAS Next Generation English Language Arts 10th Grade	MCAS Next Generation Mathematics 10th Grade	MCAS Next Generation Science 10th Grade	MCAS Next Generation Biology All Grades	Total
Hamilton-Wenham Regional High	Public	9-12	775 Bay Rd	South Hamilton	01982	Essex County	Hamilton-Wenham	No	No	No	No	(978) 468-0400	448	38	11.8		396 (88.4%)	3 (0.7%)	15 (3.3%)	14 (3.1%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.7%)	15 (3.3%)	92.9	29^th of 349 public high schools	91.7%		90.2	35^th of 348 public high schools	89.9%	6	81.6	74.6	75.5	78.1	$24,083

Districts nearby

District	Distance	# of Schools	Statewide Rank
Beverly	2.79 mi	8	100^th
Topsfield	2.93 mi	2
Danvers	3.82 mi	7	216^th
Ipswich	4.5 mi	4	65^th
Manchester Essex Regional	4.53 mi	4	52^nd

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.