Serving 1,408 students in grades 9-12, Hall 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 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hall High School's student population of 1,408 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hall 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 Hall High School is 0.60, 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
#129 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
9%
12%
White
60%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hall High School's ranking?
Hall High School is ranked #129 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Hall High School often compared to?
Hall High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Conard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hall High School?
The graduation rate of Hall High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hall High School?
1,408 students attend Hall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Hall High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hall High School?
Hall High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hall High School offer ?
Hall High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hall High School part of?
Hall High School is part of West Hartford School District.
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