Trumbull High School is a large public high school located in Trumbull, Connecticut. The current principal is Todd Manuel.
Serving 2,152 students in grades 9-12, Trumbull High School ranks in the top 20% 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 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Trumbull High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Trumbull, CT school district, covering approximately 23.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge being 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trumbull High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Trumbull High School's student population of 2,152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,152 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Campus Size
1198 acres
School Rankings
Trumbull High School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trumbull High School is 0.59, 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
#161 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trumbull High School's ranking?
Trumbull High School is ranked #161 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Trumbull High School often compared to?
Trumbull High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Masuk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Trumbull High School?
The graduation rate of Trumbull High School is 97%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Trumbull High School?
2,152 students attend Trumbull High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Trumbull High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trumbull High School?
Trumbull High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Trumbull High School offer ?
Trumbull High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trumbull High School part of?
Trumbull High School is part of Trumbull School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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