Needham High School

Needham High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
609 Webster St,  Needham, MA
Needham Public Schools
3.8
3.5
1,669 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Aaron Sicotte
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1350
Average ACT Score
31
Math Proficiency
83%
Reading Proficiency
84%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
99%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
84%
Math Proficiency
83%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
132
Full Time Teachers
132
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1350
Math
680
Verbal
670
Average ACT
31
Math
29
English
31
Reading
32
Science
30
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
87.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
10
Equity
10
College Readiness
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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
118:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.9%
Male
48.4%
White
77.1%
Hispanic
7.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.6%
Two or more races
4.7%
Black
1.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings

#22 Best College Prep Public HS in Massachusetts
#22 Best Public HS in Massachusetts
#28 Best Public HS Teachers in Massachusetts
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Specialty School Programs

AP 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 399 Students
Northeastern University 285 Students
Boston University 280 Students
Boston College 195 Students
University of Vermont 191 Students
Tufts University 173 Students
Brown University 165 Students
New York University 147 Students
University of Connecticut 139 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor 126 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 251 Students
Psychology 173 Students
Biology 129 Students
Economics 106 Students
Computer Science 102 Students
Political Science and Government 88 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 87 Students
Finance 77 Students
Marketing 73 Students
Nursing 59 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 248 Reviews
5.0 Senior
11/21/2024
Great place to go to school to. The teachers are amazing always trying to keep the class engaged and energetic.
4.0 Senior
9/4/2024
I have gone here all 4 years of high school, and my experience has been largely positive. It is a very academically competitive environment in the higher level classes, which has been a good catalyst in pushing those at the top to do more.
5.0 Senior
2/18/2024
I am currently a senior at Needham High and have loved going to school here. It's a very welcoming and inclusive place, with lots of opportunities to get involved, whether it be through leadership, sports, music, or clubs. I have made some of my best friends here and think that NHS has prepared me very well for college. I especially love how there are leveled classes for most subjects as I am able to take courses that challenge me. Overall, NHS has been a great place for me during my high school experience.
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GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 2 Reviews
2.0 parent
12/2/2017
As a parent who relocated to Needham because of the great things I had heard about this school, I must say that I am very disappointed. If you grew up in this area, I am sure it is a great experience. If you are a newcomer, you will feel frustrated and alone. If you are relocating to Boston, do not...
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5.0 parent
2/17/2015
Fabulous teachers, engaged students, beautiful facity and extensive outreach into the community. Ideal high school.
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