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Westwood High School

Grades 09-12 WESTWOOD, MA

Moved up 23 places from 2024 to 2025

#15 State Rank
A+ District Grade
200 Nahatan Street, WESTWOOD, MA 02090
High Grad Rate 98.5% Active Athletics 31 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
826 Students
95.1% Attendance Rate
74.7 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

78% Meeting or exceeding expectations

20% exceeding expectations

2023 81% 81%
2024 77% 77%
2025 78% 78%

Mathematics

77% Meeting or exceeding expectations

26% exceeding expectations

2023 80% 80%
2024 72% 72%
2025 77% 77%

Science

78% Meeting or exceeding expectations

17% exceeding expectations

2023 78% 78%
2024 76% 76%
2025 78% 78%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 78%20%
2025Mathematics10 77%26%
2025Science10 78%17%
2024English Language Arts10 77%34%
2024Mathematics10 72%37%
2024Science10 76%27%
2023English Language Arts10 81%30%
2023Mathematics10 80%25%
2023Science10 78%26%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

826 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 71.5%
Asian 12.7%
Hispanic 7.5%
Multiracial 5.9%
Black 2.1%

Gender

49.6% Male
50.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 0.4%
Special Education 18.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 8.1%

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

1% Dropout Rate

Attendance

95.1% Attendance Rate
8.6% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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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 #15 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 826 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 98.5% 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 95.1%. 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.