Serving 1,012 students in grades 9-12, Torrington 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 58% 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: 1,012 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Torrington High School's student population of 1,012 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,012 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Torrington 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 Torrington High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
42%
31%
Black
7%
12%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torrington High School's ranking?
Torrington High School is ranked #552 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Torrington High School often compared to?
Torrington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oliver Wolcott Technical High School, Northwestern Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Torrington High School?
The graduation rate of Torrington High School is 84%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Torrington High School?
1,012 students attend Torrington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Torrington High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Torrington High School?
Torrington High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Torrington High School offer ?
Torrington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Torrington High School part of?
Torrington High School is part of Torrington School District.
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