Serving 271 students in grades 9-12, Marine Science Magnet High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marine Science Magnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
School Overview
Marine Science Magnet High School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marine Science Magnet 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 Marine Science Magnet High School is 0.53, 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
#164 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
18%
30%
Black
2%
12%
White
66%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marine Science Magnet High School's ranking?
Marine Science Magnet High School is ranked #164 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Marine Science Magnet High School often compared to?
Marine Science Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New London High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marine Science Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Marine Science Magnet High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Marine Science Magnet High School?
271 students attend Marine Science Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Marine Science Magnet High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marine Science Magnet High School?
Marine Science Magnet High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marine Science Magnet High School offer ?
Marine Science Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marine Science Magnet High School part of?
Marine Science Magnet High School is part of Learn School District.
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