High Schools in Needham


Summary:

Needham, Massachusetts is home to a single high school, Needham High School, which has consistently ranked among the top high schools in the state. With a 98.3% four-year graduation rate and exceptional performance on standardized tests, Needham High is a standout institution providing a high-quality education to its 1,622 students.

Needham High School has a 12.4 student-teacher ratio, indicating a favorable learning environment, and the school spends $18,921 per student, which is higher than the state average. The school's performance is significantly above state averages across multiple metrics, including a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and 86.45% of 10th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 50.66%.

While Needham High School is already a top-performing institution, there may be opportunities for further improvement, particularly in areas like Science and Biology, where proficiency rates, while still high, are slightly lower than in other subjects. Overall, Needham High School is a standout example of academic excellence, providing students in the Needham area with a exceptional educational experience.

District Detail

 1330 Highland Avenue
Needham, MA 02492

 (781) 455-0400

SchoolDigger Rank:
14th of 348 Massachusetts districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 5,493

Primary Schools: 5
Middle Schools: 2
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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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.





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