Serving 654 students in grades 9-12, Ella T. Grasso Technical High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School's student population of 654 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ella T. Grasso Technical High School is 0.67, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#745 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
38%
30%
Black
6%
12%
White
42%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ella T. Grasso Technical High School's ranking?
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School is ranked #745 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ella T. Grasso Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Ella T. Grasso Technical High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ella T. Grasso Technical High School?
654 students attend Ella T. Grasso Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Ella T. Grasso Technical High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ella T. Grasso Technical High School?
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ella T. Grasso Technical High School offer ?
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ella T. Grasso Technical High School part of?
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School is part of Connecticut Technical Education And Career System School District.
In what neighborhood is Ella T. Grasso Technical High School located?
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School is located in the Poquonock Bridge neighborhood of Groton, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Poquonock Bridge.
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