Serving 1,048 students in grades 9-12, Guilford High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,048 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guilford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Guilford High School's student population of 1,048 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,048 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Guilford High School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Guilford High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#139 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
2%
12%
White
79%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guilford High School's ranking?
Guilford High School is ranked #139 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Guilford High School often compared to?
Guilford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Hand High School, Amity Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Guilford High School?
The graduation rate of Guilford High School is 94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Guilford High School?
1,048 students attend Guilford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Guilford High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Guilford High School?
Guilford High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Guilford High School offer ?
Guilford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Guilford High School part of?
Guilford High School is part of Guilford School District.
School Calendar
View the Guilford High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - Make-up Exams
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
A very recent NEW school top to bottom, with state of the art equipment and classrooms was built in 2015. The School System tends to have Students from Grade School through Graduation because there is little transient population. Within Grades, students know each other, grow up together, Play Sports, lessons, music together. Post Secondary Education is the norm, and many excellent schools are represented. School Spirit and particularly Parental involvement are High. One very special feature: Graduation is on the Town Green, open to the entire Town. Students can feel very at home.
2 12/2/2007
The academic qualities are great and music arts sports are abundent. Parental involvement is very high. The facilities leave a lot to be desired based on the median income of the town. There is no pool and the buildings are in need of repair. There are problems with the roof leaking and many students have problems with asthma & allergies including the staff. Buckets are placed in the hallways on rainy days. Some classrooms have to be closed to the buildings problems
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