West Roxbury School serves 1,376 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 87% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
29%
25%
Black
56%
10%
White
13%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Roxbury School?
1,376 students attend West Roxbury School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Roxbury School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Roxbury School?
West Roxbury School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Roxbury School offer ?
West Roxbury School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Roxbury School part of?
West Roxbury School is part of Boston School District.
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