A Top 18%

Walpole High School

Grades 09-12 WALPOLE, MA

Moved up 20 places from 2024 to 2025

#64 State Rank
B+ District Grade
275 Common Street, WALPOLE, MA 02081
High Grad Rate 98.1% Active Athletics 31 sports
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
900 Students
95.6% Attendance Rate
65.5 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

58% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4% exceeding expectations

2023 69% 69%
2024 64% 64%
2025 58% 58%

Mathematics

66% Meeting or exceeding expectations

18% exceeding expectations

2023 74% 74%
2024 72% 72%
2025 66% 66%

Science

70% Meeting or exceeding expectations

16% exceeding expectations

2023 67% 67%
2024 73% 73%
2025 70% 70%
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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 58%4%
2025Mathematics10 66%18%
2025Science10 70%16%
2024English Language Arts10 64%13%
2024Mathematics10 72%22%
2024Science10 73%21%
2023English Language Arts10 69%19%
2023Mathematics10 74%15%
2023Science10 67%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

900 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 73.9%
Hispanic 9.3%
Asian 7.3%
Black 6.1%
Multiracial 3.1%

Gender

49.1% Male
50.7% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 2.9%
Special Education 18%
Free/Reduced Lunch 15.3%

Athletics Programs

31 sports programs with 2,148 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 91 athletes
  • Volleyball 85 athletes
  • Baseball 61 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 59 athletes
  • Lacrosse 56 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 52 athletes
  • Softball 51 athletes
  • Basketball 39 athletes
  • Cross Country 34 athletes
  • Wrestling 20 athletes
  • Golf 19 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 18 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 11 athletes
  • Rugby 10 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 606 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 468 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 64 athletes
  • Soccer 61 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 55 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 53 athletes
  • Volleyball 44 athletes
  • Cross Country 44 athletes
  • Softball 26 athletes
  • Gymnastics 25 athletes
  • Basketball 22 athletes
  • Baseball 22 athletes
  • Tennis 20 athletes
  • Football 14 athletes
  • Golf 12 athletes
  • Fall Swim/Dive 5 athletes
  • Rugby 1 athletes

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

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

0.5% Dropout Rate

Attendance

95.6% Attendance Rate
7.9% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

275 Common Street, WALPOLE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walpole High School's grade rating?

Walpole High School has earned a grade of A, ranked #64 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 18% 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 Walpole High School?

Approximately 900 students are enrolled at Walpole High School.

How does Walpole High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Walpole High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (58% proficient), Mathematics (66% proficient), Science (70% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Walpole High School offer?

Walpole High School offers 31 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 17 girls' sports) with approximately 2,148 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Walpole High School?

Walpole High School has a excellent 98.1% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Walpole High School?

Walpole High School has an attendance rate of 95.6%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Walpole High School part of?

Walpole High School is part of Walpole 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.