Serving 1,325 students in grades 9-12, Newtown High School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 18% 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: 1,325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newtown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newtown High School's student population of 1,325 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newtown High School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newtown High School is 0.32, 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
#210 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
2%
12%
White
82%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newtown High School's ranking?
Newtown High School is ranked #210 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Newtown High School often compared to?
Newtown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield High School, Ridgefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newtown High School?
The graduation rate of Newtown High School is 97%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Newtown High School?
1,325 students attend Newtown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Newtown High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newtown High School?
Newtown High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newtown High School offer ?
Newtown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newtown High School part of?
Newtown High School is part of Newtown School District.
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