Classical High vs Waltham Sr High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Massachusetts, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Classical High
Lynn · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,795 students
Waltham Sr High
Waltham · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,791 students
| Measure | Classical High Lynn, Massachusetts | Waltham Sr High Waltham, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #255 of 300 | #206 of 300 |
| National rank | #11686 of 16,910 | #7146 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,795 | 1,791 |
| Enrollment | 1,795 | 1,791 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 10.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 45% |
| city | Lynn | Waltham |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waltham Sr High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.7 vs 37.1).
- •Waltham Sr High does better on math proficiency (45% vs 35%).
- •Waltham Sr High does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 36%).
- •Waltham Sr High does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 14.5).
- •Classical High is the larger school with 1,795 students compared with 1,791.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Classical High better than Waltham Sr High?
On the Success Index (US), Waltham Sr High ranks higher (54.7 vs 37.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Classical High and Waltham Sr High?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Lynn and Waltham in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Classical High: 1,795. Waltham Sr High: 1,791. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Classical High and Waltham Sr High rank in Massachusetts?
Classical High is 255th of 300 and Waltham Sr High is 206th of 300 among high schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).