Needham, Massachusetts
Needham Public Schools by the Numbers
A snapshot of one of the highest-performing districts in the state. Detailed figures come from the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).
District Snapshot
District Overview
| District | Needham Public Schools |
| Enrollment (2025-26) | 5,427 |
| Schools | 8 |
| High school | Needham High School |
Spending & Performance
Needham spends well above the state average per student and posts some of the strongest results in Massachusetts. For the precise current breakdown of enrollment, English learners, and high-needs students, see the live DESE profile.
| Graduation rate (class of 2025) | 97.9% |
| Per-pupil spending (FY2024, total) | $24,928 |
Academic Performance & Context
Needham’s four-year graduation rate was about 97.9% for the class of 2025, among the highest in the state. MCAS results, graduation rates, and accountability data are published and updated each year by DESE. Because these change annually, this guide links to the live state profile rather than reprinting numbers that quickly go stale.
Sources
MA DESE, Needham Public Schools Student Profile (code 01990000). Accessed 2026.