Medfield High School is a 9–12 public high school in Medfield, Massachusetts, part of Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It is one of five public schools in the school system, and the only public high school in Medfield.
Serving 705 students in grades 9-12, Medfield Senior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 705 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Medfield Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Medfield Senior High School's student population of 705 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
705 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Medfield Senior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Medfield Senior High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
84%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior 50pxframeless
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medfield Senior High School's ranking?
Medfield Senior High School is ranked #19 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Medfield Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Medfield Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Medfield Senior High School?
705 students attend Medfield Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Medfield Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Medfield Senior High School?
Medfield Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Medfield Senior High School offer ?
Medfield Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Medfield Senior High School part of?
Medfield Senior High School is part of Medfield School District.
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