Waltham Sr High
1,751 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Waltham Senior High School, located at 617 Lexington Street in Waltham, Massachusetts, is a comprehensive public high school serving a diverse student population. As the primary secondary school for the Waltham Public Schools district, it offers a wide range of academic programs, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, vocational-technical pathways, and robust special education services. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, supporting students through a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and numerous academic clubs designed to foster student engagement and community involvement.
The school is situated on a large, modernized campus that underwent significant renovations to better serve the needs of its students. Beyond its core curriculum, Waltham High is known for its commitment to preparing students for life after graduation, whether through college readiness programs or career and technical education (CTE) tracks. By focusing on academic achievement, personal development, and inclusive practices, the school aims to provide its diverse student body with the necessary tools to succeed in an increasingly globalized workforce and society.
The school is situated on a large, modernized campus that underwent significant renovations to better serve the needs of its students. Beyond its core curriculum, Waltham High is known for its commitment to preparing students for life after graduation, whether through college readiness programs or career and technical education (CTE) tracks. By focusing on academic achievement, personal development, and inclusive practices, the school aims to provide its diverse student body with the necessary tools to succeed in an increasingly globalized workforce and society.
1,751
Total Students
161.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 645 |
| Hispanic | 844 |
| Black | 159 |
| Asian | 67 |
| Two or More | 30 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic844 (48.3 %)
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White645 (36.9 %)
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Black159 (9.1 %)
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Asian67 (3.8 %)
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Two or More30 (1.7 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Waltham |
| Phone: | (781)314-5445 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,751 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 161.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
456
Grade 10
459
Grade 11
435
Grade 12
397
Ungraded
4
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 456 |
| Grade 10 | 459 |
| Grade 11 | 435 |
| Grade 12 | 397 |
| Ungraded | 4 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 797 | 45.5% |
| Male | 949 | 54.2% |
| Not Specified | 5 | 0.3% |
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