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Waltham Sr High

554 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452, United States
+1 (781) 614-2702
http://www.walthampublicschools.org/o/whs
4.9
Overall Rating

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Waltham Sr High Overview

About This School

Waltham Sr High is a public high in Waltham, Massachusetts, serving 1,791 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 55% in ELA and 42% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 172 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $80,103. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 124 students per counselor. Students at the school are 55% male and 45% female. The demographic breakdown includes 52% Hispanic, 32% White, 9% Black, 3% Asian, and 3% Two or More Races.

1,791
Total Students
Grade 9-12
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
172 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts55%
Mathematics42%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Middlesex County
Students per Counselor
124:1

Waltham Sr High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

55%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 38%State Avg: 44%
42%
Mathematics
City Avg: 37%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 9.8:1
State Avg: 12.5:1
124
Students per Counselor

Waltham Sr High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
172

Average Teacher Salary

$80,103
City Avg: $80,103
State Avg: $85,529

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Students per Counselor124:1

Waltham Sr High Student Demographics

Student Body

54.66%
Male
45.17%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,791 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White32.05%
Hispanic52.37%
Asian3.35%
Black8.99%
Two or More Races2.9%
Native American0.06%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waltham Sr High

Q: What is Waltham Sr High?

A: Waltham Sr High is a high public located in Waltham.

Q: How many students attend Waltham Sr High?

A: Waltham Sr High has approximately 1,791 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Waltham Sr High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Waltham Sr High is 10:1.

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Detailed Information about Waltham Sr High

Waltham Sr High is a public high in Waltham, Massachusetts, serving 1,791 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 55% in ELA and 42% in math. The school maintains a 10:1 student-teacher ratio with 172 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $80,103. Guidance services are supported by a ratio of 124 students per counselor. Students at the school are 55% male and 45% female. The demographic breakdown includes 52% Hispanic, 32% White, 9% Black, 3% Asian, and 3% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Waltham Sr High - Waltham, MA

Quick Facts about Waltham Sr High
School NameWaltham Sr High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location554 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA 02452, Waltham, MA
CountyMiddlesex County
Phone+1 (781) 614-2702
Total Students1,791
Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Full-Time Teachers172
Rating4.9/10
ELA Proficiency55%
Math Proficiency42%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Waltham Sr High

What is Waltham Sr High?

Waltham Sr High is a high public located in Waltham.

How many students attend Waltham Sr High?

Waltham Sr High has approximately 1,791 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waltham Sr High?

The student-teacher ratio at Waltham Sr High is 10:1.

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