Serving 1,017 students in grades 9-12, Agawam High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,017 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Agawam High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Agawam High School's student population of 1,017 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,017 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Agawam High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agawam High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
82%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agawam High School's ranking?
Agawam High School is ranked #509 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Agawam High School often compared to?
Agawam High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longmeadow High School, West Springfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Agawam High School?
The graduation rate of Agawam High School is 95%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Agawam High School?
1,017 students attend Agawam High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Agawam High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Agawam High School?
Agawam High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Agawam High School offer ?
Agawam High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Agawam High School part of?
Agawam High School is part of Agawam School District.
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