Serving 1,861 students in grades 9-12, Wachusett Regional High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,861 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wachusett Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wachusett Regional High School's student population of 1,861 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,861 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wachusett Regional High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wachusett Regional High School is 0.31, 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
#134 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
83%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wachusett Regional High School's ranking?
Wachusett Regional High School is ranked #134 out of 1,631 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?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wachusett Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Wachusett Regional High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wachusett Regional High School?
1,861 students attend Wachusett Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Wachusett Regional High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wachusett Regional High School?
Wachusett Regional High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wachusett Regional High School offer ?
Wachusett Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wachusett Regional High School part of?
Wachusett Regional High School is part of Wachusett School District.
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