Serving 1,247 students in grades 9-12, New Milford High School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 29% 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: 1,247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Milford High School's student population of 1,247 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Milford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Milford High School is 0.45, 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
#361 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
21%
30%
Black
4%
12%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Milford High School's ranking?
New Milford High School is ranked #361 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are New Milford High School often compared to?
New Milford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shepaug Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Milford High School?
The graduation rate of New Milford High School is 84%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend New Milford High School?
1,247 students attend New Milford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of New Milford High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Milford High School?
New Milford High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Milford High School offer ?
New Milford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Milford High School part of?
New Milford High School is part of New Milford School District.
School Reviews
1 1/20/2020
School lacks help with medical adjustments. Teachers are unprofessional and administration lacks communication and help.
2 7/4/2011
Worst school in the world. Nothing but a bunch of liars hope this school gets burned to down. All they do is make up things because they believe it will improve the school. I recommend everyone not to come to this school ever again. And if you see one of the staff, punch them in the face.
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