Serving 1,217 students in grades 9-12, Simsbury High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simsbury High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Simsbury High School's student population of 1,217 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Simsbury High School ranks within the top 10% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simsbury High School is 0.46, 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
#88 out of 942 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
5%
12%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simsbury High School's ranking?
Simsbury High School is ranked #88 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Simsbury High School often compared to?
Simsbury High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simsbury High School?
The graduation rate of Simsbury High School is 97%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Simsbury High School?
1,217 students attend Simsbury High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Simsbury High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simsbury High School?
Simsbury High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Simsbury High School offer ?
Simsbury High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Simsbury High School part of?
Simsbury High School is part of Simsbury School District.
In what neighborhood is Simsbury High School located?
Simsbury High School is located in the Simsbury Center neighborhood of Simsbury, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Simsbury Center.
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