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Needham Public Schools

Needham High School

#21 in Best Public High Schools in Massachusetts
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Needham, MA
  • 239 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B-
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      A
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A-
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    Needham High School is a top rated, public school located in Needham, MA. It has 1,659 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 95% of students are at least proficient in math and 99% in reading.
    Address
    609 Webster Street
    Needham, MA 02494
    Telephone
    (781) 455-0800
    Website
    needhamhs.ss13.sharpschool.com
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    Needham High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    99%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    95%
    Average Graduation Rate
    98%
    Average SAT
    1290
    461 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    113 responses
    AP Enrollment
    30%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $141,690
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,457
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $752,000
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    90%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.21 responses
    Poll
    76%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.21 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 74 responses
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    • Own Your Peace Assembly
      20%
    • Pep Rally
      18%
    • Make A Statement Day
      16%
    • Art Exhibits
      14%
    • Needham / Wellesley Thanksgiving Football Game
      11%
    • Senioritis
      8%
    • Prom
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,659
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    6%
    91%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.22 responses
    77%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.22 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.22 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $83,219
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    9.2%
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.35 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.35 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.35 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Expenses Per Student
    $18,516/ year
    National
    $12,239
    86%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.42 responses
    43%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.42 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.42 responses
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    Needham High School Reviews

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    The school helps you a lot for college with its difficulty in academics but it creates a stressful environment for the students. The students generally get less than six hours of sleep and stay at the school til five. The academics push you which may be beneficial but can also lead to stress over if you are doing well in your classes. Some sports are very talented such as volleyball, swim, and track but other sports like football and basketball are only average. The school in general is very good as the academics prepare you well for college and the teachers are very qualified in what they teach. If you are looking for a school that you can just have fun at, this may not be for you as academics may get in the way. Overall Needham is very good as would recommend to any students who want to get a good education.
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    The school's educational environment is conducive to a high quality of learning, and a high achieving student body. The kids are kind, but not extremely outgoing--they're as receptive as expected. The "school spirit" is practically non-existent, only the people involved with sports show any kind of excitement. This school is very much an (only) academically focused location.
    I enjoyed my time here. The teachers are nice. We can sign up for laptops. Library is comfortable. The food is improving; this week’s gourmet Thursday lunch is Pad Thai! The facility is clean. The administration tries hard to be inclusive. Kudos to Needham!