West Boylston Middle/High School is a public high school located in West Boylston, Massachusetts, United States. In the 2012 rankings of U.S. News & World Report Best High Schools, West Boylston Middle/High School ranked at #41 within Massachusetts.
Serving 461 students in grades 6-12, West Boylston Junior/senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Boylston Junior/senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Boylston Junior/senior High School's student population of 461 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Boylston Junior/senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Boylston Junior/senior High School is 0.43, 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
#521 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
74%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Boylston Junior/senior High School's ranking?
West Boylston Junior/senior High School is ranked #521 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Boylston Junior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Boylston Junior/senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Boylston Junior/senior High School?
461 students attend West Boylston Junior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Boylston Junior/senior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Boylston Junior/senior High School?
West Boylston Junior/senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Boylston Junior/senior High School offer ?
West Boylston Junior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Boylston Junior/senior High School part of?
West Boylston Junior/senior High School is part of West Boylston School District.
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