Wellesley Sr High
1,412 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Wellesley Senior High School, located at 50 Rice Street in Wellesley, Massachusetts, is a top-tier public secondary institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive student development. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is part of the Wellesley Public Schools district and consistently ranks among the best high schools in the state. The campus features modern, state-of-the-art facilities designed to support a rigorous curriculum that balances traditional college preparatory coursework with robust offerings in the arts, humanities, and STEM fields.
Beyond the classroom, Wellesley High School is characterized by a vibrant school culture that emphasizes community service, global citizenship, and extracurricular engagement. Students have access to a wide array of athletic programs, competitive clubs, and performing arts opportunities, all intended to foster leadership and personal growth. With a focus on preparing graduates for success at selective universities and beyond, the school maintains a strong reputation for maintaining high academic standards while fostering an inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs of its student body.
Beyond the classroom, Wellesley High School is characterized by a vibrant school culture that emphasizes community service, global citizenship, and extracurricular engagement. Students have access to a wide array of athletic programs, competitive clubs, and performing arts opportunities, all intended to foster leadership and personal growth. With a focus on preparing graduates for success at selective universities and beyond, the school maintains a strong reputation for maintaining high academic standards while fostering an inclusive environment that supports the diverse needs of its student body.
1,412
Total Students
116.6
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 972 |
| Hispanic | 84 |
| Black | 60 |
| Asian | 212 |
| Two or More | 80 |
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White972 (69.0 %)
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Asian212 (15.1 %)
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Hispanic84 (6.0 %)
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Two or More80 (5.7 %)
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Black60 (4.3 %)
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: | Wellesley |
| Phone: | (781)446-6290 |
| Website: | http://wellesleyps.org/whs |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,412 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 116.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
356
Grade 10
339
Grade 11
349
Grade 12
368
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 356 |
| Grade 10 | 339 |
| Grade 11 | 349 |
| Grade 12 | 368 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 734 | 52% |
| Male | 674 | 47.7% |
| Not Specified | 4 | 0.3% |
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