A+ Top 4%

Westwood High School

Grades 09-12 WESTWOOD, MA

Improved 24 spots from last year

#14 State Rank
A+ District Grade
200 Nahatan Street, WESTWOOD, MA 02090
High Grad Rate 98.7% Active Athletics 31 sports
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
837 Students
94.6% Attendance Rate
74.6 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

78% Proficient or Above
20% Advanced

Mathematics

77% Proficient or Above
26% Advanced

Science

78% Proficient or Above
17% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 78% 20%
2025 Mathematics 10 77% 26%
2025 Science 10 78% 17%
2024 English Language Arts 10 77% 34%
2024 Mathematics 10 72% 37%
2024 Science 10 76% 27%
2023 English Language Arts 10 81% 30%
2023 Mathematics 10 80% 25%
2023 Science 10 78% 26%
2022 English Language Arts 10 80% 20%
2022 Mathematics 10 76% 23%
2022 Science 10 71% 19%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

837 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 73.5%
Asian 12.8%
Hispanic 7.9%
Multiracial 3.8%
Black 1.9%

Gender

51.1% Male
48.6% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 0.6%
Special Education 17.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 8.2%

Athletics Programs

31 sports programs with 2,114 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 72 athletes
  • Softball 67 athletes
  • Baseball 50 athletes
  • Volleyball 49 athletes
  • Basketball 45 athletes
  • Lacrosse 42 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 38 athletes
  • Rugby 36 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 31 athletes
  • Golf 28 athletes
  • Tennis 24 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 23 athletes
  • Cross Country 22 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 17 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 544 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 513 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 62 athletes
  • Soccer 58 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 50 athletes
  • Volleyball 45 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 44 athletes
  • Cross Country 44 athletes
  • Baseball 40 athletes
  • Basketball 35 athletes
  • Gymnastics 27 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 26 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 25 athletes
  • Tennis 24 athletes
  • Softball 24 athletes
  • Golf 8 athletes
  • Football 1 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

Attendance

94.6% Attendance Rate
13.2% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

200 Nahatan Street, WESTWOOD, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westwood High School's grade rating?

Westwood High School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #14 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 4% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Westwood High School?

Approximately 837 students are enrolled at Westwood High School.

How does Westwood High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Westwood High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (78% proficient), Mathematics (77% proficient), Science (78% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Westwood High School offer?

Westwood High School offers 31 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 17 girls' sports) with approximately 2,114 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Westwood High School?

Westwood High School has a excellent 98.7% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Westwood High School?

Westwood High School has an attendance rate of 94.6%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Westwood High School part of?

Westwood High School is part of Westwood School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.