Serving 483 students in grades 9-12, Valley Regional High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 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 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Regional High School's student population of 483 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Valley Regional High School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Regional High School is 0.33, 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
#176 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%

Hispanic
11%
31%

Black
1%
12%

White
81%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%

Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Regional High School's ranking?
Valley Regional High School is ranked #176 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Valley Regional High School often compared to?
Valley Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westbrook High School, Old Saybrook Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Regional High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Valley Regional High School?
483 students attend Valley Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Valley Regional High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Regional High School?
Valley Regional High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valley Regional High School offer ?
Valley Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Regional High School part of?
Valley Regional High School is part of Regional School District 04.
In what neighborhood is Valley Regional High School located?
Valley Regional High School is located in the Deep River Center neighborhood of Deep River, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Deep River Center.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
Fantastic school with great fine arts! , high academics, and a wide variety of sports in a small school setting.
2 11/29/2011
The administration does not punish students the way they should. When kids get tickets for underage drinking, they should not be allowed to participate in the national HONOR society. That it clear and simple.
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