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Norwood High School

Grades 09-12 NORWOOD, MA

Moved down 8 places from 2024 to 2025

#209 State Rank

C District Grade

245 Nichols Street, NORWOOD, MA 02062

High Grad Rate 98.4% Active Athletics 30 sports Diverse

Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026

937 Students

91.5% Attendance Rate

51.7 Composite Score

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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

45% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4% exceeding expectations

2023 58% 58%

2024 61% 61%

2025 45% 45%

Mathematics

44% Meeting or exceeding expectations

6% exceeding expectations

2023 46% 46%

2024 55% 55%

2025 44% 44%

Science

41% Meeting or exceeding expectations

5% exceeding expectations

2023 44% 44%

2024 48% 48%

2025 41% 41%

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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
Year	Subject	Grade	Meeting+	Exceeding
2025	English Language Arts	10	45%	4%
2025	Mathematics	10	44%	6%
2025	Science	10	41%	5%
2024	English Language Arts	10	61%	12%
2024	Mathematics	10	55%	6%
2024	Science	10	48%	6%
2023	English Language Arts	10	58%	13%
2023	Mathematics	10	46%	5%
2023	Science	10	44%	8%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

937 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 55.6%

Hispanic 22.9%

Black 13.7%

Asian 4.2%

Multiracial 3.1%

Gender

47.3% Male

52.6% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 8.5%

Special Education 22%

Free/Reduced Lunch 39.4%

Athletics Programs

30 sports programs with 1,594 student athletes

Boys Sports

Football 70 athletes
Baseball 55 athletes
Softball 42 athletes
Ice Hockey 40 athletes
Basketball 36 athletes
Wrestling 34 athletes
Track-Outdoor 29 athletes
Golf 28 athletes
Volleyball 25 athletes
Lacrosse 22 athletes
Track-Indoor 14 athletes
Rugby 11 athletes
Cross Country 8 athletes
Tennis 2 athletes
Gymnastics 1 athletes

Girls Sports

Wrestling 417 athletes
Unified Basketball 380 athletes
Track-Outdoor 55 athletes
Soccer 40 athletes
Volleyball 38 athletes
Softball 32 athletes
Tennis 32 athletes
Track-Indoor 32 athletes
Cross Country 32 athletes
Ice Hockey 28 athletes
Baseball 28 athletes
Gymnastics 20 athletes
Golf 18 athletes
Winter Swim/Dive 13 athletes
Basketball 12 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

0.5% Dropout Rate

Attendance

91.5% Attendance Rate

26.6% Chronic Absence

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Location

245 Nichols Street, NORWOOD, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norwood High School's grade rating?

Norwood High School has earned a grade of B-, ranked #209 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 60% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Norwood High School?

Approximately 937 students are enrolled at Norwood High School.

How does Norwood High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Norwood High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (45% proficient), Mathematics (44% proficient), Science (41% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Norwood High School offer?

Norwood High School offers 30 athletic programs (15 boys' sports, 15 girls' sports) with approximately 1,594 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Norwood High School?

Norwood High School has a excellent 98.4% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Norwood High School?

Norwood High School has an attendance rate of 91.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Norwood High School part of?

Norwood High School is part of Norwood School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.