Roxbury High School

I am a former student of Roxbury High School and couldn't say enough good things about my experience. If you have an open mind and want to try a little of everything, then everything is available to you. I was involved in so many things that I honestly couldn't even explore half of the activities offered. Vocal music, instrumental music, shop, sports, theater... When I think back to all the things I was involved with it makes my head spin. The school doesn't have windows. That fact has been a fun conversation piece ever since I left, but it really won't bother you until the dead of winter if you're a winter athlete and go a few months not seeing the sun. Violence? Not a problem. A scuffle is bound to break out now and again but there was never a time the staff wasn't in control.
--Submitted by a student

I love honors programs and the AP classes. The teachers are very approachable and want to help the kids. My children have made wonderful friends and have learned how to get along with kids of different backgrounds. Three of my children have gone on to college and I felt that they were well preprepared.
--Submitted by a parent

great school. superb band. stellar running program.

choir and band are excellent,so was orchestra but Mrs. Griggs leaving was very, very disappointing to the students and parents. Sports and parent involvement are excellent but if your not involved with any of the above than you must be either a 'trouble-maker' or invisible. There are only windows in the front of the building so it's old and dismal. school security is good--as long as they like you there's no problem--otherwise little harassment's do occur and can escalate into other problems. Unless your into sports big-time i wouldn't bother with this school!!
--Submitted by a parent

Roxbury High school is a great school. I must say. Their band program is most excellent. After-school marching band got a 97.375 (school record) at East Coast championships.) The sports team very well. Both of these organizations contain much practice. The parent involvement is very high. The academics in the school are very good. Their faculty is top notch, with teachers who are willing to devote their time to the students who may have questions or require extra help. The school, is not great shape, nor is the janitorial service the finest. The violence in the school has declined since 2000, due to a good school police squad. Generally, Roxbury Rocks!
--Submitted by a parent

great band and academic program... but school violence problems and lack of decent discipline make it a poor atmosphere - considering it has almost no windows.
--Submitted by a former student