Bolton High School is a public high school located at 72 Brandy Street, Bolton, Connecticut. Bolton participates in the North Central Connecticut Conference for athletics, and competes as a Class "S" school.
Serving 215 students in grades 9-12, Bolton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bolton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bolton High School's student population of 215 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Bolton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bolton High School is 0.42, 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
#273 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
8%
12%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolton High School's ranking?
Bolton High School is ranked #273 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bolton High School often compared to?
Bolton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E. O. Smith High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bolton High School?
The graduation rate of Bolton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bolton High School?
215 students attend Bolton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bolton High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bolton High School?
Bolton High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bolton High School offer ?
Bolton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bolton High School part of?
Bolton High School is part of Bolton School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
2 11/15/2010
This school is not that good. The students here are not friendly and self absorbed. Good grades are handed out when not deserved. The education here is low class. These students cannot even spell. The school band is terrible. Especially the saxophones.
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