WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Westwood High is a public high school that is part of the Westwood school district, located in Westwood, MA with about 1,001 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 78 teachers, Westwood High has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Westwood High School, located at 200 Nahatan Street in Westwood, Massachusetts, is the flagship secondary institution for the Westwood Public Schools district. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is widely recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top public high schools in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors-level classes, and elective opportunities designed to prepare students for success in higher education and diverse career paths.

Beyond its academic offerings, Westwood High School fosters a vibrant extracurricular environment that encourages well-rounded student development. The school supports a comprehensive range of athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led clubs, which help build a strong sense of school spirit and community engagement. By emphasizing both intellectual growth and social-emotional learning, Westwood High strives to cultivate an inclusive environment where students are empowered to become productive, responsible, and globally aware citizens.

For more information, contact Westwood High at (781) 326-7500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.