Serving 1,751 students in grades 9-12, Weymouth High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weymouth High School's student population of 1,751 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Wildcat
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1854
School Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Weymouth High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weymouth High School is 0.53, 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
#894 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
9%
10%
White
66%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Weymouth High School's ranking?
Weymouth High School is ranked #894 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Weymouth High School often compared to?
Weymouth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Braintree High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weymouth High School?
The graduation rate of Weymouth High School is 90%, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Weymouth High School?
1,751 students attend Weymouth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Weymouth High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weymouth High School?
Weymouth High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Weymouth High School offer ?
Weymouth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Weymouth High School part of?
Weymouth High School is part of Weymouth School District.
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