Serving 441 students in grades 6, High Rock School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Rock School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
High Rock School's student population of 441 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning - Self-Discovery - Caring for Others
School Rankings
High Rock School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Rock School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#90 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
70%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Needham School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Rock School's ranking?
High Rock School is ranked #90 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend High Rock School?
441 students attend High Rock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of High Rock School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Rock School?
High Rock School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does High Rock School offer ?
High Rock School offers enrollment in grades 6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High Rock School part of?
High Rock School is part of Needham School District.
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