Serving 1,309 students in grades 9-12, Newington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newington High School's student population of 1,309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newington High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#235 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
5%
13%
White
58%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newington High School's ranking?
Newington High School is ranked #235 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newington High School?
The graduation rate of Newington High School is 96%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Newington High School?
1,309 students attend Newington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Newington High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newington High School?
Newington High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newington High School offer ?
Newington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newington High School part of?
Newington High School is part of Newington School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Tentative Last Day of School - Early Release - Yellow Schedule
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
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