Needham High School is a public high school in Needham, Massachusetts, educating grades 9 through 12. Aaron Sicotte is the principal of Needham High School. Its three assistant principals are Alison Coubrough-Argentieri, Mary Kay Alessi, and Pierre Jean.
Serving 1,633 students in grades 9-12, Needham High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Needham 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
Needham High School's student population of 1,633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1898
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Motto
A Caring Community Striving for Personal Growth and Academic Excellence
School Rankings
Needham High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Needham High School is 0.44, 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
#5 out of 1626 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
74%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rocket
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Needham High School's ranking?
Needham High School is ranked #5 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Needham High School?
The graduation rate of Needham High School is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Needham High School?
1,633 students attend Needham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Needham High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Needham High School?
Needham High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Needham High School offer ?
Needham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Needham High School part of?
Needham High School is part of Needham School District.
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