Serving 676 students in grades 9-12, Suffield High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 676 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suffield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Suffield High School's student population of 676 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Suffield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Suffield High School is 0.35, 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
#317 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
4%
12%
White
80%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suffield High School's ranking?
Suffield High School is ranked #317 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Suffield High School often compared to?
Suffield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Granby High School, Granby Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Suffield High School?
The graduation rate of Suffield High School is 97%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Suffield High School?
676 students attend Suffield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Suffield High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Suffield High School?
Suffield High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Suffield High School offer ?
Suffield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Suffield High School part of?
Suffield High School is part of Suffield School District.
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