Braintree High School is a four-year public secondary school located in Braintree, Massachusetts. The school is part of the Braintree Public School district and is situated on the northwest side of Sunset Lake at 128 Town Street.
Serving 1,677 students in grades 9-12, Braintree High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Braintree High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Braintree High School's student population of 1,677 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Braintree High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Braintree High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#206 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
58%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braintree High School's ranking?
Braintree High School is ranked #206 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Braintree High School often compared to?
Braintree High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weymouth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Braintree High School?
The graduation rate of Braintree High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Braintree High School?
1,677 students attend Braintree High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Braintree High School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Braintree High School?
Braintree High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Braintree High School offer ?
Braintree High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Braintree High School part of?
Braintree High School is part of Braintree School District.
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