Wachusett Regional High School

Wachusett Regional High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1401 Main St,  Holden, MA
Wachusett Public Schools
3.8
3.5
1,861 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
William Beando
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
67%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
136
Full Time Teachers
136
Teachers in First or Second Year
14%
College Prep
Average SAT
1240
Math
620
Verbal
620
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
28
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
95.8%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
223:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.9%
Male
47%
White
83.8%
Hispanic
6.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.8%
Black
2.8%
Two or more races
2.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

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 530 Students
Boston University 290 Students
University of Massachusetts Boston 231 Students
Worcester State University 230 Students
University of New Hampshire 196 Students
Northeastern University 189 Students
University of Connecticut 188 Students
University of Rhode Island 185 Students
University of Vermont 182 Students
University of Massachusetts Lowell 178 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 208 Students
Psychology 185 Students
Biology 136 Students
Nursing 125 Students
Political Science and Government 87 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 76 Students
Computer Science 76 Students
Marketing 75 Students
Finance 64 Students
Engineering 55 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 374 Reviews
4.0 Senior
4/12/2025
While at Wachusett Regional High School I found many opportunities to take different paths, both career oriented and academically, that captured my interest. I acquired amazing support from my peers, teachers and administration in the process of completing my 4 years and feel beyond ready to take on college.
4.0 Junior
2/1/2025
My overall experience was good. The best parts was the community and friends around me. The worst part was the difficulty of the classes and tests compared to other schools easier tests. For example midterms versus no midterms.
5.0 Senior
1/27/2025
My overall experience with Wachusett has been great and being a senior I cannot believe the 4 years have almost home to an end. I loved high school so far!
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 9 Reviews
1.0 other
9/23/2024
The bullying in this school is ignored, and a lot of kids suffer through 4 years here.
5.0 parent
11/3/2023
My son was well-prepared for college and is graduating a semester early due to AP scores and overall preparation for the academic rigor. He had ample opportunities for extracurriculars and enjoyed his teachers.
5.0 parent
8/18/2018
Great teachers! Many levels for every type of student. Tons of activities and sports! There's something for everyone.
1.0 parent
4/10/2015
For students who have been in the district for years, Wachusett will cater to you. However, my daughter, a bright athletic, personable kid transferred from a suburb near Boston and gave Wachusett her best shot, but found the administration and teachers overall unwelcoming and unsupportive. They do a...

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Wachusett Regional High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Holden, MA, in the Holden neighborhood, and is served by the Wachusett Public Schools in Massachusetts. The school has a total enrollment of 1,861 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Wachusett Regional High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.55, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1240 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $585,071. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mountview Middle School, Central Tree Middle School, Holden Christian Academy, and more. Learn more about what Holden has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Wachusett Regional High School.

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