Serving 1,665 students in grades 9-12, Brien Mcmahon 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 30% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brien Mcmahon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Brien Mcmahon High School's student population of 1,665 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brien Mcmahon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brien Mcmahon High School is 0.59, 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
#469 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
59%
29%
Black
13%
13%
White
23%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brien Mcmahon High School's ranking?
Brien Mcmahon High School is ranked #469 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Brien Mcmahon High School often compared to?
Brien Mcmahon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwalk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brien Mcmahon High School?
The graduation rate of Brien Mcmahon High School is 90%, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Brien Mcmahon High School?
1,665 students attend Brien Mcmahon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Brien Mcmahon High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brien Mcmahon High School?
Brien Mcmahon High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brien Mcmahon High School offer ?
Brien Mcmahon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brien Mcmahon High School part of?
Brien Mcmahon High School is part of Norwalk School District.
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