Serving 1,127 students in grades 9-12, Stratford High School 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 16% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stratford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stratford High School's student population of 1,127 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stratford High School 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 Stratford High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#724 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
38%
30%
Black
28%
12%
White
28%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratford High School's ranking?
Stratford High School is ranked #724 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Stratford High School often compared to?
Stratford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunnell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stratford High School?
The graduation rate of Stratford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Stratford High School?
1,127 students attend Stratford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Stratford High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 28% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stratford High School?
Stratford High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stratford High School offer ?
Stratford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stratford High School part of?
Stratford High School is part of Stratford School District.
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