Winthrop High School is a public four-year high school in Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States. It is a part of Winthrop Public Schools.
Serving 595 students in grades 9-12, Winthrop 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winthrop High School's student population of 595 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Winthrop High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winthrop High School is 0.45, 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
#542 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
71%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winthrop High School's ranking?
Winthrop High School is ranked #542 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Winthrop High School often compared to?
Winthrop High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Revere High School, Swampscott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winthrop High School?
The graduation rate of Winthrop High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Winthrop High School?
595 students attend Winthrop High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Winthrop High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winthrop High School?
Winthrop High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winthrop High School offer ?
Winthrop High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winthrop High School part of?
Winthrop High School is part of Winthrop School District.
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