Norwich Free Academy

305 Broadway
Norwich, CT 06360
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 2,001 students in grades 9-12, Norwich Free Academy 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 22% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,001 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : 89% (Btm 50% in CT)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Norwich Free Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Norwich Free Academy's student population of 2,001 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,001 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Norwich Free Academy 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 Norwich Free Academy is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CT)
#614 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Norwich Free Academy, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
22%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
51%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Connecticut by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
32%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of Asian public school students in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
29%
31%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
14%
12%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of Black public school students in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
43%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of White public school students in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Norwich Free Academy.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Connecticut.
0.71
This chart displays the diversity score of Norwich Free Academy and the public school average diversity score of Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
89%
89%
This chart displays graduation rate of Norwich Free Academy and public school graduation rate of Connecticut by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Norwich Free Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Norwich Free Academy's ranking?
Norwich Free Academy is ranked #614 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norwich Free Academy?
The graduation rate of Norwich Free Academy is 89%, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Norwich Free Academy?
2,001 students attend Norwich Free Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Norwich Free Academy students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwich Free Academy?
Norwich Free Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norwich Free Academy offer ?
Norwich Free Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwich Free Academy part of?
Norwich Free Academy is part of Norwich Free Academy School District.

School Reviews

4   4/14/2018
I really enjoyed the time I spent here. There were tons of respectful teachers, amazing buildings, and just so much that I appreciate. I've been a student here and I'm glad to say that I'll miss this school in the future. At this school, I felt safe and happy most of the time. The only problem is their food is decent and they lack Wi-Fi. Overall, I am glad that I'll be graduating this High School and I will always be known as a wildcat.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kyle Serna
5   12/3/2008
Norwich Free Academy offers more than 200 extracurricular activities. Between sports and clubs, there is something for each individual to take part in. The teacher at this school put the students education first, and they all have different ways of teaching. They are all there after school for the students benefits. Also, with the outdoor transfer to classes, and intake of each season, and the constant surrounding of security guards, make you feel safe in this educational grounds, makes for an incomparable high school experience
- Posted by Student/Alumni - gilli

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,001 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : 89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 51% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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