Serving 854 students in grades 9-12, Wakefield Memorial High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakefield Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Wakefield Memorial High School's student population of 854 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
854 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Colors
White, Red, Silver
School Motto
Inspire the Love of Learning
School Rankings
Wakefield Memorial High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wakefield Memorial High School is 0.37, 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
#294 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
79%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakefield Memorial High School's ranking?
Wakefield Memorial High School is ranked #294 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wakefield Memorial High School often compared to?
Wakefield Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melrose High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wakefield Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Wakefield Memorial High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wakefield Memorial High School?
854 students attend Wakefield Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wakefield Memorial High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wakefield Memorial High School?
Wakefield Memorial High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wakefield Memorial High School offer ?
Wakefield Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wakefield Memorial High School part of?
Wakefield Memorial High School is part of Wakefield School District.
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