Serving 2,331 students in grades 9-12, New Britain 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 11% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Britain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
New Britain High School's student population of 2,331 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 175 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
175 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Britain 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 New Britain High School is 0.55, 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
#790 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
64%
30%
Black
12%
12%
White
17%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Britain High School's ranking?
New Britain High School is ranked #790 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Britain High School?
The graduation rate of New Britain High School is 78%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend New Britain High School?
2,331 students attend New Britain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of New Britain High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Britain High School?
New Britain High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Britain High School offer ?
New Britain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Britain High School part of?
New Britain High School is part of New Britain School District.
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