Dedham High School

Dedham High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
140 Whiting Ave,  Dedham, MA
Dedham Public Schools
3.5
4.2
731 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
James Forrest
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.4
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.4
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
67%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
65
Teachers in First or Second Year
18.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
610
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
26
English
25
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
60.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
150:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.7%
Female
46.7%
White
67%
Hispanic
16.1%
Black
10.1%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.5%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Massachusetts Amherst 181 Students
University of Massachusetts Boston 162 Students
Boston University 136 Students
Northeastern University 109 Students
Boston College 108 Students
University of New Hampshire 94 Students
Suffolk University 86 Students
University of Rhode Island 83 Students
Merrimack College 74 Students
Stonehill College 71 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 97 Students
Nursing 90 Students
Psychology 57 Students
Biology 48 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 32 Students
Finance 26 Students
Education 24 Students
Communications 22 Students
Marketing 21 Students
Political Science and Government 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 152 Reviews
4.0
3/21/2025
Teachers are a bit lackluster and often aren't held accountable. The student voice isn't as well heard as it should be. Science is probably the weakest department in this school, especially of chemistry as it often goes in a broad spectrum of learning which doesn't suit all student needs. The math department is great minus a couple of subjects which you can switch out of if needed. The guidance department is very dependable and the shining star of this school food is good
5.0 Senior
2/5/2025
The best parts of Dedham High are having teachers to help me out when I need it and having friends throughout my four years of being there. The worst was waking up early. What I would like them to change is the time so we can get more sleep.
4.0 Alum
12/30/2021
It was a great experience overall. Minus the fact that they didn't have certain classes I needed for college. I enjoyed being there with my friends especially in my track team as we got to spend time together after school. Teachers were there to help you and that's a plus especially if you struggle academically in certain subjects. Sports were terrible as this school never won in any sport therefore if you join it's only to be involved not to get a benefit out of it.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/25/2018
I am so happy that my son attended Dedham High School! DHS has a wonderful community lead by a very involved principal and excellent teachers. DHS offers so many AP classes that your child will be challenged. My son was in control of his academic experience, but his teachers were actively involved a...
3.0 student
5/16/2016
Limited choices as students. If not in honors or other more advanced classes students are very demotivated, whether it be because of the school or other reasons. But the school does offer you the chance to succeed
3.0 student
11/20/2012
I like Dedham High as a school, but the amount offered is limited. If Dedham were to invest more in extracurricular activities and smaller class size, I would give it a higher rating
5.0 student
5/4/2009

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Dedham High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Dedham, MA and is served by the Dedham Public Schools in Massachusetts. The school has a total enrollment of 731 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Dedham High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.4, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $857,685. Discover additional schools in the area, like New Mission High School, Another Course To College, Boston Community Leadership Academy, and more. Learn more about what Dedham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Dedham High School.

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