Natick High School is an urban/suburban public high school serving students in grades 9 to 12 in Natick, Massachusetts, United States. The school is located on the banks of Dug Pond. Its enrollment was 1,603 students during the 2015–2016 school year.
Serving 1,743 students in grades 9-12, Natick High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Natick 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
Natick High School's student population of 1,743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
Natick High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natick High School is 0.45, 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
#71 out of 1631 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
8%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
73%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
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: Rudy The Redhawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natick High School's ranking?
Natick High School is ranked #71 out of 1,631 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Natick High School?
The graduation rate of Natick High School is 96%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Natick High School?
1,743 students attend Natick High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Natick High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natick High School?
Natick High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Natick High School offer ?
Natick High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Natick High School part of?
Natick High School is part of Natick School District.
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