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Wakefield Memorial High School

Grades 09-12 WAKEFIELD, MA

Moved up 15 places from 2024 to 2025

#80 State Rank
A District Grade
60 Farm Street, WAKEFIELD, MA 01880
High Grad Rate 97.9% Active Athletics 30 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
871 Students
93.9% Attendance Rate
63.2 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

59% Meeting or exceeding expectations

11% exceeding expectations

2023 67% 67%
2024 59% 59%
2025 59% 59%

Mathematics

50% Meeting or exceeding expectations

12% exceeding expectations

2023 59% 59%
2024 57% 57%
2025 50% 50%

Science

68% Meeting or exceeding expectations

9% exceeding expectations

2023 57% 57%
2024 67% 67%
2025 68% 68%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 59%11%
2025Mathematics10 50%12%
2025Science10 68%9%
2024English Language Arts10 59%9%
2024Mathematics10 57%9%
2024Science10 67%10%
2023English Language Arts10 67%19%
2023Mathematics10 59%16%
2023Science10 57%17%

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

871 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 78%
Hispanic 10.1%
Asian 4.5%
Black 3.6%
Multiracial 3.3%

Gender

49.8% Male
50.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 3%
Special Education 17.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 18.7%

Athletics Programs

30 sports programs with 1,930 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Volleyball 70 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 64 athletes
  • Softball 56 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 45 athletes
  • Cross Country 45 athletes
  • Football 43 athletes
  • Wrestling 41 athletes
  • Baseball 38 athletes
  • Basketball 38 athletes
  • Lacrosse 24 athletes
  • Rugby 21 athletes
  • Golf 20 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 20 athletes
  • Tennis 12 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 537 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 428 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 61 athletes
  • Soccer 49 athletes
  • Volleyball 47 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 47 athletes
  • Softball 35 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 31 athletes
  • Tennis 29 athletes
  • Cross Country 25 athletes
  • Golf 25 athletes
  • Baseball 24 athletes
  • Gymnastics 20 athletes
  • Fall Swim/Dive 18 athletes
  • Basketball 15 athletes
  • Rugby 2 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

1.6% Dropout Rate

Attendance

93.9% Attendance Rate
16.2% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

60 Farm Street, WAKEFIELD, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wakefield Memorial High School's grade rating?

Wakefield Memorial High School has earned a grade of A-, ranked #80 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 23% 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 Wakefield Memorial High School?

Approximately 871 students are enrolled at Wakefield Memorial High School.

How does Wakefield Memorial High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Wakefield Memorial High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (59% proficient), Mathematics (50% proficient), Science (68% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Wakefield Memorial High School offer?

Wakefield Memorial High School offers 30 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 16 girls' sports) with approximately 1,930 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Wakefield Memorial High School?

Wakefield Memorial High School has a excellent 97.9% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Wakefield Memorial High School?

Wakefield Memorial High School has an attendance rate of 93.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Wakefield Memorial High School part of?

Wakefield Memorial High School is part of Wakefield 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.