B+ Top 31%

Watertown High School

Grades 09-12 WATERTOWN, MA

Improved 114 spots from last year

#116 State Rank
A+ District Grade
27 Westminster Avenue, WATERTOWN, MA 02472
761 Students
72.6 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

52% Proficient or Above
12% Advanced

Mathematics

59% Proficient or Above
20% Advanced

Science

47% Proficient or Above
11% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 52% 12%
2025 Mathematics 10 59% 20%
2025 Science 10 47% 11%
2024 English Language Arts 10 53% 9%
2024 Mathematics 10 54% 14%
2024 Science 10 46% 12%
2023 English Language Arts 10 61% 14%
2023 Mathematics 10 63% 16%
2023 Science 10 51% 8%
2022 English Language Arts 10 59% 9%
2022 Mathematics 10 52% 14%
2022 Science 10 41% 3%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

761 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 56.4%
Hispanic 24%
Asian 8%
Black 4.5%

Gender

51.4% Male
48.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 15.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch 43.5%

Athletics Programs

27 sports programs with 1,578 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Softball 65 athletes
  • Baseball 55 athletes
  • Volleyball 52 athletes
  • Wrestling 49 athletes
  • Basketball 46 athletes
  • Football 46 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 41 athletes
  • Lacrosse 40 athletes
  • Golf 31 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 23 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 20 athletes
  • Cross Country 8 athletes
  • Tennis 1 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 477 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 312 athletes
  • Tennis 53 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 44 athletes
  • Soccer 40 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 39 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 38 athletes
  • Cross Country 32 athletes
  • Baseball 30 athletes
  • Softball 13 athletes
  • Basketball 10 athletes
  • Rugby 7 athletes
  • Gymnastics 3 athletes
  • Fall Swim/Dive 3 athletes

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

Location

27 Westminster Avenue, WATERTOWN, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Watertown High School's letter grade?

Watertown High School has earned a letter grade of B+, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts High schools.

What grades does Watertown High School serve?

Watertown High School serves students in grades 09 through 12.

Is Watertown High School part of a school district?

Yes, Watertown High School is part of Watertown School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.

How are school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.

Does Watertown High School offer AP courses?

For information about AP courses at Watertown High School, please contact the school directly or visit their website.