Serving 735 students in grades 9-12, Waterford High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 25% 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: 735 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterford High School's student population of 735 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
735 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterford 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 Waterford High School is 0.42, 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
#382 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
2%
12%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford High School's ranking?
Waterford High School is ranked #382 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Waterford High School often compared to?
Waterford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New London High School, Ledyard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 Waterford High School?
The graduation rate of Waterford High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Waterford High School?
735 students attend Waterford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Waterford High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford High School?
Waterford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waterford High School offer ?
Waterford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford High School part of?
Waterford High School is part of Waterford School District.
In what neighborhood is Waterford High School located?
Waterford High School is located in the Central Waterford neighborhood of Waterford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Central Waterford.
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