At a glance
Reported students
1,779
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
137.13
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Massachusetts high enrollment
92nd percentile
Compared with 378 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
382
Wachusett Regional High: 1,779 reported students.
State peer staffing position
79th percentile
13:1 reported; state peer median 11.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,963
- Teachers (FTE)
- 140.88
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
What the reported data says about Wachusett Regional High
Wachusett Regional High is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Holden. It is one of 13 current school records connected to Wachusett. NCES reports 1,779 students for 2024–25.
Among 378 high schools in Massachusetts with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 675.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 92nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13:1, above the Massachusetts median of 11.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (82.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (7.3%). English learners represent 0.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 21 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Wachusett Regional High
- 1How do the reported 13:1 student–teacher ratio and 137.13 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 10 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 10
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 3
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White82.9%
- Hispanic7.3%
- Black3.4%
- Asian3.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
21 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Wachusett
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Mountview Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
773 reported students
Dawson
Elementary · Grades KG–05
487 reported students
Leroy E.Mayo
Elementary · Grades KG–05
472 reported students
Paxton Center
Elementary · Grades KG–08
448 reported students
Davis Hill Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
431 reported students
Glenwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 03–05
382 reported students
Public schools near Wachusett Regional High
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Boylston Junior/Senior High High · West Boylston | 06–12 | 461 | 4.5 mi |
| Burncoat Senior High High · Worcester | 09–12 | 1,073 | 5.8 mi |
| Doherty Memorial High High · Worcester | 09–12 | 1,573 | 6.4 mi |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School High · Ma Academy for Math and Science | 11–12 | 99 | 6.5 mi |
| Worcester Technical High High · Worcester | 09–12 | 1,442 | 7.2 mi |
| Leicester High High · Leicester | 09–12 | 388 | 7.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Wachusett Regional High
What grades does Wachusett Regional High serve?
Wachusett Regional High reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Wachusett.
How many students attend Wachusett Regional High?
Wachusett Regional High reported 1,779 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 92nd percentile among 378 Massachusetts high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,963 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Wachusett Regional High?
The calculated ratio is 13:1, based on 1,779 students and 137.13 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Massachusetts median for the same school level is 11.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Wachusett Regional High a public, charter, or magnet school?
Wachusett Regional High is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Wachusett attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Wachusett Regional High in?
Wachusett Regional High is part of Wachusett, based in Jefferson, MA, which operates 13 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Wachusett Regional High?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include West Boylston Junior/Senior High (4.5 mi), Burncoat Senior High (5.8 mi), Doherty Memorial High (6.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.