Weymouth High School is a comprehensive public high school in Weymouth, Massachusetts, United States that serves students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 1,751 students in grades 9-12, Weymouth High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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: 89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 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.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1854
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Weymouth High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 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
#797 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
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
89%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weymouth High School's ranking?
Weymouth High School is ranked #797 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 89%, which is lower than 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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