Serving 1,693 students in grades 9-12, Hamden High School ranks in the bottom 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 25% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hamden High School's student population of 1,693 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamden High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamden High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#567 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
23%
29%
Black
35%
13%
White
30%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamden High School's ranking?
Hamden High School is ranked #567 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Hamden High School often compared to?
Hamden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hill Regional Career High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamden High School?
The graduation rate of Hamden High School is 87%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hamden High School?
1,693 students attend Hamden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Hamden High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamden High School?
Hamden High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hamden High School offer ?
Hamden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamden High School part of?
Hamden High School is part of Hamden School District.
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