Westwood High School is a public high school in Westwood, Massachusetts, United States. Rebuilt in 2005, it is part of the Westwood Public Schools district. Amy Davenport is the Principal and WHS has two Assistant Principals, Aishleen Flanagan and Tom Millett.
Serving 837 students in grades 9-12, Westwood High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westwood High School's student population of 837 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
837 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Green
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Westwood High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood High School is 0.45, 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
#39 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
73%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Westwood School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood High School's ranking?
Westwood High School is ranked #39 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Westwood High School often compared to?
Westwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dover-sherborn Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westwood High School?
The graduation rate of Westwood High School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Westwood High School?
837 students attend Westwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Westwood High School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood High School?
Westwood High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westwood High School offer ?
Westwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westwood High School part of?
Westwood High School is part of Westwood School District.
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