Serving 347 students in grades 9-12, Old Saybrook Senior 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Saybrook Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Old Saybrook Senior High School's student population of 347 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Old Saybrook Senior 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 Old Saybrook Senior High School is 0.33, 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
#245 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
n/a
12%
White
81%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Old Saybrook Senior High School's ranking?
Old Saybrook Senior High School is ranked #245 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Old Saybrook Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Old Saybrook Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Old Saybrook Senior High School?
347 students attend Old Saybrook Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Old Saybrook Senior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Saybrook Senior High School?
Old Saybrook Senior High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Old Saybrook Senior High School offer ?
Old Saybrook Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Saybrook Senior High School part of?
Old Saybrook Senior High School is part of Old Saybrook School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
GS-Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (TENTATIVE)
June 16, 2025 (Monday)
GS-Tentative Last Day of School 12:35 Dismissal
June 17, 2025 (Tuesday)
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