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.
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

Student Demographics for Waltham Sr High
Demographic Student Count
White645
Hispanic844
Black159
Asian67
Two or More30
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    844 (48.3 %)
  • White
    645 (36.9 %)
  • Black
    159 (9.1 %)
  • Asian
    67 (3.8 %)
  • Two or More
    30 (1.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Waltham Sr High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9456
Grade 10459
Grade 11435
Grade 12397
Ungraded4
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Waltham Sr High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female79745.5%
Male94954.2%
Not Specified50.3%
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